integrity
gb/ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/ us/ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
B2
Engels
~ 5100
tisztesség, erkölcsi integritás, sértetlenség, integritás, épség, adatintegritás, szerkezeti épség, szerkezeti integritás
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
B2
1
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone] has integrity
Even under pressure, she chose integrity over convenience.
Még nyomás alatt is a tisztességet választotta a kényelmesebb megoldás helyett.
The company promotes a culture of integrity in all dealings.
A vállalat minden ügyletében a tisztességre épülő kultúrát támogatja.
His integrity was evident when he admitted the mistake and fixed it.
Voters say they want leaders with integrity, not just charisma.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
People trust her because she has integrity.
Az emberek bíznak benne, mert tisztességes.
He acted with integrity and told the truth.
Tisztességesen járt el, és elmondta az igazat.
The manager values integrity in the team.
Having integrity means you do the right thing.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'integrity' with 'integration' (bringing parts together) or 'integer' (a whole number). Also, use 'have integrity' or 'act with integrity', not 'be integrity'.
Betekenis
Honesty and strong moral principles
Woordcombinaties
personal integrity
|act with integrity
|a person of integrity
|maintain one's integrity
|question someone's integrity
|professional integrity
Synoniemen
honesty (Plain, everyday term; slightly broader and less formal.)
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probity (Formal; stresses proven uprightness in public or professional life.)
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uprightness (Slightly formal; emphasizes moral correctness of character.)
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rectitude (Formal/literary; stresses strict moral correctness.)
Antoniemen
dishonesty (General opposite; lack of truthfulness or fairness.)
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corruption (Abuse of power for personal gain; opposite in public/professional contexts.)
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hypocrisy (Pretending to have good morals while acting otherwise.)
Thema's
ethics
|business
|daily life
|society
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definitie
The quality of being honest and following strong moral rules.
The quality of being honest and morally upright, consistently doing what is right even when it is difficult or unseen.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
C1
FORMAL
2
Gebruikspatroon:
the integrity of [something]
The treaty affirms the country's territorial integrity.
A szerződés megerősíti az ország területi integritását.
Frequent edits can compromise the integrity of the original document.
A gyakori szerkesztések veszélyeztethetik az eredeti dokumentum sértetlenségét.
The seal maintains the container's integrity during shipping.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
We must protect the integrity of the system.
Meg kell védenünk a rendszer sértetlenségét.
The flood damaged the bridge’s integrity.
Az árvíz károsította a híd épségét.
The law respects the nation’s territorial integrity.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Do not say 'integrity to' or 'integrity for' when you mean wholeness. Use 'the integrity of [something]'.
Betekenis
Being whole and unimpaired
Woordcombinaties
preserve the integrity of
|maintain the integrity of
|protect the integrity of
|compromise the integrity of
|territorial integrity
|system integrity
Synoniemen
wholeness (General term for being complete.)
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unity (Focuses on undivided condition, often for groups or territory.)
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soundness (Emphasizes being solid and free from damage.)
Antoniemen
fragmentation (Breaking into parts; loss of unity.)
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breach (A break or violation that compromises wholeness.)
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disintegration (Process of falling apart or losing cohesion.)
Thema's
politics
|security
|science
|technology
|core_vocabulary
|health
Definitie
The state of something being whole and not damaged or changed.
The condition of being complete and unimpaired; unity or wholeness that has not been damaged or compromised.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
C1
TECHNICAL
3
Gebruikspatroon:
ensure the integrity of [data]
We added checksums to ensure data integrity during transfer.
Az átvitel közbeni adatintegritás biztosítására ellenőrzőösszegeket adtunk hozzá.
Audit logs help verify the integrity of patient records.
Az auditnaplók segítenek ellenőrizni a betegnyilvántartások integritását.
The database enforces referential integrity across tables.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
Backups protect the integrity of the files.
A biztonsági mentések védik a fájlok integritását.
Use hashing to check data integrity.
Hashfüggvényeket használj az adatintegritás ellenőrzésére.
These rules keep the database integrity strong.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may use 'secure data' when they mean 'preserve data integrity'. Security also includes confidentiality and availability; integrity is specifically about correctness and consistency.
Betekenis
Accuracy and consistency of data
Woordcombinaties
ensure data integrity
|data integrity checks
|maintain database integrity
|integrity constraints
|verify data integrity
|referential integrity
Synoniemen
accuracy (Focuses on being correct, not necessarily consistent over time.)
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consistency (Focuses on data not conflicting across records or time.)
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trustworthiness (Emphasizes reliability of data for decisions.)
Antoniemen
corruption (Data altered or damaged, intentionally or accidentally.)
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tampering (Unauthorized changes to data.)
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errors (Mistakes that reduce correctness and consistency.)
Thema's
technology
|security
|business
|science
Definitie
A state where data is correct, consistent, and not changed by mistake or by an attacker.
The assurance that data remains accurate, consistent, and unaltered except by authorized processes throughout its lifecycle.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
C1
TECHNICAL
4
Gebruikspatroon:
structural integrity of [something]
Inspectors questioned the structural integrity of the bridge after the quake.
Az ellenőrök a földrengés után megkérdőjelezték a híd szerkezeti épségét.
Adding a new opening could compromise the wall’s integrity.
Egy új nyílás kialakítása veszélyeztetheti a fal szerkezeti épségét.
Heat damage led to a loss of structural integrity in the aircraft skin.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
Engineers tested the building’s structural integrity.
A mérnökök megvizsgálták az épület szerkezeti épségét.
Rust can reduce the integrity of the metal frame.
A rozsda csökkentheti a fémváz szerkezeti épségét.
The tower kept its integrity during the storm.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Do not use 'integrated' to mean 'having integrity'. Say 'structural integrity', not 'structure integrity'.
Betekenis
Soundness of a structure under load
Woordcombinaties
structural integrity
|maintain structural integrity
|loss of structural integrity
|compromise the integrity of [structure]
|structural integrity test
|integrity assessment
Synoniemen
soundness (General engineering term for being solid and safe.)
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stability (Focuses on resistance to tipping or collapsing.)
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robustness (Emphasizes strength under varied conditions.)
Antoniemen
failure (Loss of ability to carry load.)
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collapse (Sudden failure of a structure.)
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weakness (Insufficient strength to perform safely.)
Thema's
engineering
|safety
|construction
|science
|technology
Definitie
The strength and safety of a building or object so it does not fail under weight or stress.
The structural soundness of a physical object or system, enabling it to bear expected loads without excessive deformation or failure.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
integrity
IPA
GB/ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
US/ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
in - teg - rity (3 lettergrepen)
Stress on 2nd syllable (teg)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: integrity
- Plural: integrities, integrity
Woordfamilie
Forms
integrities
noun
Core family
Related words
integrated
adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
disintegrate
verb
disintegration
noun
Advanced or less common
integrative
adjective
integrally
adverb
Uitdrukkingen
a person of integrity
1/ə pˈɚsən əv ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
Morally upright person
Someone who is honest and follows strong moral rules.
Voorbeelden
- Everyone says the judge is a person of integrity.
- I want to work for leaders who are people of integrity.
act with integrity
1/ˈækt wˈɪθ ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
Behave according to principles
To do the right thing and be honest, even when it is hard.
Voorbeelden
- She acted with integrity and reported the error.
- Managers must act with integrity when handling complaints.
artistic integrity
1/ɑɹtˈɪstɪk ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
Commitment to artistic principles
Staying true to your art and not changing it just for money or fame.
Voorbeelden
- The director chose a smaller budget to keep her artistic integrity.
- He worries that sponsorship could hurt their artistic integrity.
data integrity
1/dˈætə ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
technical
Correct and consistent data
Data that stays correct and consistent and is not changed by mistake or attack.
Voorbeelden
- Checksums help ensure data integrity during transmission.
- We audit logs regularly to protect data integrity.
journalistic integrity
1/d͡ʒˌɚnəlˈɪstɪk ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
Ethics and truth in journalism
Following truth and ethical rules when reporting news.
Voorbeelden
- The paper’s journalistic integrity was questioned after the retraction.
- Editors defended their journalistic integrity during the trial.
maintain the integrity of
1/meɪntˈeɪn ðə ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti əv/
fixed phrase
formal
Keep something whole
To keep something complete and not damaged or changed.
Voorbeelden
- The new policy aims to maintain the integrity of the process.
- Use tamper-evident seals to maintain the integrity of the samples.
professional integrity
1/pɹəfˈɛʃənəl ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
Ethical standards at work
Strong moral behavior in your job or profession.
Voorbeelden
- She refused the gift to protect her professional integrity.
- Professional integrity is essential in healthcare.
question someone's integrity
1/kwˈɛst͡ʃən sˈʌmwˌʌnz ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
Doubt someone's honesty
To say or think that a person may not be honest or moral.
Voorbeelden
- The report does not question her integrity.
- He was angry that they questioned his integrity in public.
structural integrity
1/stɹˈʌkt͡ʃɚəl ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
technical
strength and safety of a structure
The strength that keeps a building or object standing and safe.
Voorbeelden
- Engineers tested the bridge's structural integrity before reopening it.
- Engineers assessed the bridge’s structural integrity.
- Poor materials can weaken a building's structural integrity.
- High temperatures can reduce structural integrity.
territorial integrity
1/tˌɛɹɪtˈɔɹiəl ɪntˈɛɡɹɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
protection of a state’s borders
The idea that a country’s land and borders should stay whole and not be changed or taken by another country.
Voorbeelden
- The resolution reaffirms the country’s territorial integrity.
- The government insisted that its territorial integrity must be respected.
- They argued the plan violates territorial integrity.
- The peace agreement guarantees the territorial integrity of all neighboring states.