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Definition of: honorable
(on′ər·ə·bəl) adjective
1. Worthy of honor, in any degree from simple respectability to eminence; creditable; estimable; illustrious.
2. Conferring honor.
3. Consistent with or acting in accordance with principles of honor; conforming to a code of honor.
4. Betokening honor; accompanied by marks or testimonials of honor: honorable burial.
5. Entitled to honor: formal epithet of respect prefixed to the names of persons holding important offices. See synonyms under GOOD, HONEST, ILLUSTRIOUS, JUST, MORAL. Also Brit. hon′our·a·ble.
—hon′or·a·ble·ness noun
—hon′·or·a·bly adverb
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