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Synonyms of honorable

17 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for honorable is noble. Other synonyms of honorable are glorious, valuable, reverend, admirable and worthy. The opposite of honorable is mean.

Synonyms and similar words for honorable

adjectiveWorthy of respect; respectable.

  • estimableWorthy of esteem; admirable.
  • nobleHaving honorable qualities; having moral eminence and freedom from anything petty, mean or dubious in conduct and...
  • venerableWorthy of reverence.
  • admirableDeserving of the highest esteem or admiration; estimable.
  • commendableWorthy of commendation; deserving praise; admirable, creditable, or meritorious.
  • creditableThat brings credit or honour; respectable.
  • gloriousExhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory.
  • laudableWorthy of being lauded.
  • praiseworthyMeriting praise; worthy of high praise.
  • respectable
  • reverableFit to be revered; worthy of reverence.
  • reverendWorthy of reverence or respect.
  • valuableEstimable; deserving esteem.
  • worthyDeserving, or having sufficient worth.
  • allowable obsoletePraiseworthy.

adjectiveA courtesy title, given in Britain and the Commonwealth to a cabinet minister, minister of state...

Opposite of honorable

adjectiveWorthy of respect; respectable.

  • contemptible
  • despicableFit or deserving to be despised; contemptible; mean.
  • meanWithout dignity of mind; destitute of honour; low-minded; spiritless; base.

Meaning of honorable

  1. adjective Behaving in a manner that shows honor; decent, having integrity.
  2. adjective Worthy of respect; respectable.
  3. adjective Complying with cultural rules regarding honor; not provoking shame or disgrace.

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Questions about synonyms of honorable

What is another word for honorable?
Honorable has 17 synonyms on Word.ws, such as noble, glorious, valuable, reverend, admirable, worthy, commendable and venerable.
What is the opposite of honorable?
The opposite of honorable is mean. Other antonyms of honorable are despicable.
What does honorable mean?
Honorable means behaving in a manner that shows honor; decent, having integrity.

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