honorable

[on-er-uh-buhl] / ˈɒn ər ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

reputable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conscientious distinguished ethical honest illustrious law-abiding noble principled reliable respectable righteous sincere straightforward trustworthy virtuous

WEAK

acclaimed celebrated chivalrous dependable eminent esteemed faithful forthright high-principled honored just knightly notable of good repute on the up and up sterling truthful unstained upright

Antonyms

STRONGEST

corrupt deceptive devious dishonest immoral irresponsible lowly unethical unjust unreliable untrustworthy

Example Sentences

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The individuals who survive and flourish in such a system are sycophants and mediocrities, and those who have learned to navigate the Great Leader’s moods are far from the most qualified, talented or honorable.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

Ask a famous writer how they do what they do, and “Bird by Bird” will likely get honorable mention.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

“It’s time to bring the Model S and X programs to an end with an honorable discharge,” Musk said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

Jesse is part of a WSJ team that won a Sabew honorable mention for coverage of America’s rising grocery prices in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

The Trojan War would have ended in an honorable peace, leaving both sides unconquered, if it had not been for her hatred of a Trojan who had judged another goddess lovelier than she.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

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