Word Meaning

Meaning of "honorable" and the crossword clue

- Worthy of honor; fit to be esteemed or regarded; estimable; illustrious.
- High-minded; actuated by principles of honor, or a scrupulous regard to probity, rectitude, or reputation.
- Proceeding from an upright and laudable cause, or directed to a just and proper end; not base; irreproachable; fair; as, an honorable motive.
- Conferring honor, or produced by noble deeds.
- Worthy of respect; regarded with esteem; to be commended; consistent with honor or rectitude.
- Performed or accompanied with marks of honor, or with testimonies of esteem; an honorable burial.
- Of reputable association or use; respectable.
- An epithet of respect or distinction; as, the honorable Senate; the honorable gentleman.