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; as, an honorable
burial.
Of reputable association or use;
respectable.
An epithet of respect or distinction; as,
the honorable Senate; the honorable
gentleman.