honorable meaning and definition

HONORABLE adjective

Definition of honorable (adjective)

1. not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent
   • "honest lawyers"; "honest reporting"
   • synonyms: honest
   • antonym: dishonest
2. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect
   • "an honorable man"; "led an honorable life"; "honorable service to his country"
   • synonyms: honourable
   • antonym: dishonorable
3. adhering to ethical and moral principles
   • "it seems ethical and right"; "followed the only honorable course of action"
   • synonyms: ethical, honourable
4. deserving of esteem and respect
   • "all respectable companies give guarantees"; "ruined the family's good name"
   • synonyms: estimable, good, respectable