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Definition integrity in British English

integrity noun

[uncountable] noun
/ɪnˈteɡrəti/
1

the quality of always behaving according to the moral principles that you believe in, so that people respect and trust you

Example

She had a reputation for honesty and personal integrity.

Example

I trust we as a nation will maintain our integrity and influence.

Example

Nobody could question the government's integrity on this issue.

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1.1

the quality of behaving according to the rules and standards of your job or profession

Example

These guidelines do not compromise the professional integrity of teachers.

2

the quality of being complete or whole, without any missing parts

Example

an obligation to defend the new state's territorial integrity

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2.1

the quality of being in a good condition, without any damage or mistakes

Example

The accuracy of the analysis depends on the integrity of the data supplied.

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Definition integrity in British English