Definition of honorable
1
: deserving of respect or high regard : deserving of honor
an honorable profession
2a
: of great renown : illustrious
the college's long and honorable history
b
: entitled to honor or respect
—used as a title for the children of certain British noblemen and for various government officials the Honorable Judge Smiththe Honorable Senator from California
3
: performed or accompanied with marks of honor or respect
4a
: attesting to creditable conduct
honorable wounds
b
: consistent with a reputation that is not tarnished or sullied
an honorable withdrawal received an honorable discharge from the army
5
: characterized by integrity : guided by a keen sense of duty and ethical conduct
Brutus is an honorable man— William Shakespeare assured her that his intentions were honorable
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The first known use of honorable was in the 14th century
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