adjective
- deserving respect and admiration; having high moral standards
- used as a title of respect for certain officials or judges
Usage: British spelling
Usage: formal; British spelling
Examples
- He made the honourable decision to return the lost wallet.
- She has always been an honourable person in her business dealings.
- The Right Honourable Prime Minister addressed Parliament today.
- It would be honourable to admit your mistake publicly.
- The judge was known as an honourable member of the community.
- Taking responsibility for the accident was the honourable thing to do.