honorable

Definition for honorable

adjective as in reputable

Strongest matches

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

Weak matches

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

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The prince explained he was doing the “honorable thing” by telling Epstein in person that he was ending their relationship.

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“We want to be respected and honorable members of our alliances.”

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The honorable pursuit of “prosecuting high officials who did something wrong” must not be confused with unseemly “retaliation.”

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It wasn’t one party or the other but the Carter-Reagan duo that rescued the economy, though honorable mention is due Ford advisers who first hatched deregulation.

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I was able to serve almost eight years before receiving an honorable medical discharge.

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