honourable meaning and definition

HONOURABLE adjective

Definition of honourable (adjective)

1. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect
   • "an honorable man"; "led an honorable life"; "honorable service to his country"
   • synonyms: honorable
   • antonym: dishonorable
2. adhering to ethical and moral principles
   • "it seems ethical and right"; "followed the only honorable course of action"
   • synonyms: ethical, honorable