20+ Synonyms for Honorable & Similar Words

Definition of honorable

adjective
  1. not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent; "honest lawyers"; "honest reporting"
  2. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect; "an honorable man"; "led an honorable life"; "honorable service to his country"
  3. adhering to ethical and moral principles; "it seems ethical and right"; "followed the only honorable course of action"

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Writing tips for "honorable"

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"Honorable" in song lyrics

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  • "Don't treat me like an animal, I'm not an honorable"
    Bizzy Bone — Come, Go, See, Know
  • "And in the hood, call me Weezy the Honorable"
    Brisco f/ Lil Wayne — In the Hood
  • "In the name of the honorable"
    C.H.A.D. The Change

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