honorably
25
4.2
- adverb
- /ˈɑːnərəbli/
- US
:
honradamente
- But if your father died defending it, he died honorably.
- act honorably
- fight honorably
People want poems about loss and how to grieve honorably and thoroughly.
- People want poems about loss and how to grieve honorably and thoroughly.
- And, and every, those parties for years played their roles and they played them honorably and honestly.
- But go do it and serve honorably.
Examples
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I served my country proudly and honorably.
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Men are expected to behave decently and honorably as husbands, fathers, partners, friends, and citizens.
Academic text (2004) -
A country that will not allow its citizens to act honorably is an evil place.
Fiction book (1997) -
And, and every, those parties for years played their roles and they played them honorably and honestly.
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We go into battle honorably... full of confidence... with His name on our lips.
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If they come, you will be able to retreat honorably to your parents' home.
Fiction book (2000) -
I thought you conducted yourselves honorably.
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If we want students to act honorably and responsibly, we must give them opportunities to earn our trust.
Academic text (2015) -
Lowry was shipped back to Fort Bragg and honorably discharged as a staff sergeant.
Blog text (25) -
Justice Wright served the people of Nebraska honorably throughout his tenure.
Synonyms
193
3.5
In a way that follows rules about right and wrong
182
1.3
In a truthful way that shows you mean what you say
113
2.6
In a fair way because someone deserves it
45
4.4
In a way that follows ideas about what is right and fair
20
3.4
In a fair and honest way
19
3.3
In a way that makes people respect or praise someone
7
6.9
Act in a very careful and honest way that notices small details
7
5.3
In a way that shows courage and good character
2
3.3
In a proper and decent way that makes people think well of you
1
5.8
In a way that shows good moral behavior
1
5.9
Acting honestly and fairly
1
7.2
Acts in a way that deserves praise
1
6.3
In a way that deserves praise for doing a good job
In a way that deserves praise or reward
Antonyms
How Honorable
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word honorably comes from the simple word honor, which meant 'respect' or a 'good name', and the ending -ly turns it into 'in a way'. So, to act honorably is to behave in a way that shows respect, fairness, and good character.