Better Quote by George Washington
“It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.à”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to a Friend, 1790
Choosing not to give a poor excuse is better than offering a bad one.
In simple terms: Better to stay silent than lie poorly.
Key Takeaway
Prefer honesty over flimsy excuses.
Themes
integrity
communication
honesty
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
practical
When to use this quote
- professional settings
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- public speaking
Key Concepts
ethical behavior
speechmaking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to give a brief excuse?
- How does honesty affect trust?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes silence can be misinterpreted as indifference.
![“When he [the slothful person] is pressed to be diligent, either in his worldly affairs or in the business of religion, this is his excuse (and a sorry excuse it is as bad as none).” quote by Matthew Henry](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/127/matthew-henry-903_affair_when-he-the-slothful-person-is-pressed-t_1814330.jpg)
