Honorable: meaning, definitions and examples

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honorable

[ ˈɒnərəbəl ]

^{Context #1}

in a respectful manner

worthy of honor or respect; deserving recognition or esteem

Synonyms

admirable, dignified, esteemed, respectable

Examples of usage

He was seen as an honorable man in the community.
She received an honorable award for her charity work.

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in a moral sense

having high moral principles; upright

Synonyms

ethical, righteous, upright, virtuous

Examples of usage

He made the honorable decision to tell the truth.
It is important to act in an honorable way in all situations.

^{Context #3}

in reference to a title or position

holding a position of honor or high rank

Synonyms

distinguished, esteemed, noble, respected

Examples of usage

The honorable judge presided over the court case.
She was addressed as the honorable mayor of the town.

Translations

Translations of the word "honorable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 honrado

🇮🇳 सम्माननीय

🇩🇪 ehrenwert

🇮🇩 terhormat

🇺🇦 шановний

🇵🇱 honorowy

🇯🇵 名誉ある (meiyo aru)

🇫🇷 honorable

🇪🇸 honorable

🇹🇷 saygıdeğer

🇰🇷 존경할 만한 (jon-gyeonghal manhan)

🇸🇦 مشرف (musharraf)

🇨🇿 ctihodný

🇸🇰 ctihodný

🇨🇳 可尊敬的 (kě zūn jìng de)

🇸🇮 časten

🇮🇸 virðulegur

🇰🇿 құрметті

🇬🇪 საპატიო (sap'atio)

🇦🇿 hörmətli

🇲🇽 honorable

Word origin

The word 'honorable' originated from the Old French word 'honorable' and the Latin word 'honōrābilis', both meaning 'worthy of honor'. The term has been used for centuries to describe individuals who exhibit qualities that deserve respect, recognition, or esteem. Over time, 'honorable' has become associated with moral integrity, dignity, and high rank in society.