Honourable Definition & Meaning

honourable
adjective
  1. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect; "an honorable man"; "led an honorable life"; "honorable service to his country"
  2. adhering to ethical and moral principles; "it seems ethical and right"; "followed the only honorable course of action"

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