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"Truthfully" versus "sincerely": two sides of honest communication

Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 10:34
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Truthfully and sincerely. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "truthfully" and "sincerely" convey honesty and genuineness in what is being expressed.

What is different?

"Truthfully" emphasizes the factual correctness of a statement, whereas "sincerely" emphasizes the purity of intention and emotional honesty.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for truthfully) and sincerely

Examples of usage

Truthfully
  • Truthfully, I have never visited that city before.
  • She answered truthfully during the interview.
  • Can you tell me truthfully if you liked the movie?
Sincerely
  • I sincerely hope you recover quickly.
  • He sincerely apologized for his mistake.
  • Sincerely, I believe you deserve the promotion.