honorable

/ˈɑnərəbəl/
adjective
  1. Deserving respect and admiration because of good moral character, honesty, and fairness.
    • She made an honorable decision to return the lost wallet to its owner.
    • Serving in the military is considered an honorable profession.
    • The judge was known as an honorable person who always told the truth.
  2. Bringing or deserving honor; showing high moral standards in actions or intentions.
    • The team's honorable effort was praised even though they lost the game.
    • It was an honorable attempt to solve the community's problem.
    • He received an honorable mention for his science project.
  3. Used as a title of respect for certain officials, judges, and members of nobility or government.
    • The Honorable Ambassador gave a speech at the ceremony.
    • Please address the letter to the Honorable Mayor Johnson.
    • The Honorable Judge Smith will preside over the case.
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