Honorable
/ˈɒnərəbəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Deserving respect or high esteem, often used as a formal title for judges and certain officials.
The Honorable Judge delivered the verdict with fairness.
Forms
- honourable
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Commentary
Used as a formal honorific with proper nouns, typically capitalized in titles or addresses.
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