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honourable

adjective

worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect

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Word length
10
Starts with
H
Ends with
E
Contains
ON
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
B2

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adjective

  1. worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect

    “an honorable man”

adjective

  1. adhering to ethical and moral principles

    “it seems ethical and right”

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Example Sentences

an honorable man
led an honorable life
honorable service to his country
it seems ethical and right
followed the only honorable course of action

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