The term 'honest truth' can be broken down into two crossword solutions: REALITY (7 letters) and GOSPEL (6 letters). REALITY is a philosophical concept that refers to the state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined. The word GOSPEL comes from the Old English god-spell, meaning 'good news'. In Christianity, it refers to the four books of the New Testament which tell the story of Jesus Christ's life and teachings. Together, these two words form the phrase 'honest truth', which implies that what is being said is true and accurate.