Honorable
ˈɒnərəbəl
Definitions
2 meaningsWorthy of honor; deserving of respect; noble and virtuous.
ˈɒnərəbəl
Deserving of respect and esteem.
The soldier received an honorable discharge for his service.
💡 Simply: Imagine someone who always keeps their promises and treats others with kindness and fairness. That person is honorable! It's like giving someone a gold star for being a good person.
👶 For kids: Someone who is honorable is a good person who always does the right thing.
More Examples
It was an honorable act to return the lost wallet.
He is known for his honorable dealings in business.
How It's Used
"The honorable judge presided over the case with fairness."
"The honorable senator gave a speech on the economy."
Used as a title to show respect, especially to people in high positions.
ˈɒnərəbəl
Expressing respect, used as a title.
The Honorable Mayor of our city will be attending the event.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'Mr.' or 'Mrs.' but for important people like judges or politicians.
👶 For kids: A nice word you use to show respect to someone important like a judge or a mayor.
More Examples
Address the letter to the Honorable Senator Brown.
How It's Used
"The Honorable John Smith, Member of Parliament..."
Idioms & expressions
honorable mention
A recognition given to something that is worthy of note but did not win an award.
"The artist received an honorable mention for her painting at the exhibition."
From Middle English `honourable`, from Old French `honorable`, from Latin `honorabilis`, meaning 'worthy of honor'.
Historically, 'honorable' was used extensively in formal writing and legal documents to denote persons or actions deserving of respect and esteem.
Memory tip
Think of someone who always does the right thing, even when no one is watching. That person is honorable.