honorable (adj.)

  1. not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent; honest lawyers; honest reporting

    [ Syn: honest ]

  2. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect; an honorable man; led an honorable life; honorable service to his country

    [ Syn: honourable ]

  3. adhering to ethical and moral principles; it seems ethical and right; followed the only honorable course of action

    [ Syn: ethical , honourable ]

  4. deserving of esteem and respect; all respectable companies give guarantees; ruined the familys good name

    [ Syn: estimable , good , respectable ]

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