veracity

What does “veracity” mean?

noun.conformity to facts; accuracy.

SAT Usage

this term is often found in passages discussing ethics, journalism, or historical accounts, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness and reliability in information. It implies a commitment to factual accuracy rather than mere honesty, differentiating it from words like "truthfulness," which may not necessarily involve the same level of rigorous adherence to evidence.

Common Confusions

Veracity implies a strict adherence to factual accuracy, while truthfulness usually suggests a general honesty that may lack the same rigorous commitment to evidence.

Example Sentences

• Investigators questioned the veracity of his official report.

• The journalist was known for her unwavering commitment to veracity, always prioritizing truth over sensationalism in her investigative reporting.

Word Parts: How to Remember “veracity”

Break “veracity” into its parts: -ver- (truth). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.

• Root: -ver- truth (Latin)