[hon.or.able] adj (14c) 1: deserving of honor
2. a: of great renown: illustrious b: entitled to honor--used as a title for the children of certain British noblemen and for various government officials
3: performed or accompanied with marks of honor or respect
4. a: attesting to creditable conduct b: consistent with an untarnished reputation "an ~ withdrawal"
5: characterized by integrity: guided by a high sense of honor and duty syn see upright -- hon.or.abil.i.ty n -- hon.or.able.ness n -- hon.or.ably adv