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Definitions

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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Horrible, yet honorable: Mr. Duvall’s Meechum balanced both.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

“They’re honorable men and women, but the threats against their family are real.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 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

The shooting sparked bipartisan condemnation and fresh protests in Minneapolis, and President Donald Trump on Tuesday called for an "honorable and honest investigation" into the matter.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

“I would fain ask the reader,” Carey demanded, “is this the language of an enemy? Does this deserve railing or reproach? Is it honorable for Jones and Allen to repay evil for good?”

From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy