honourableness
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Definition
Honourableness (noun) The quality of deserving honor or respect; characterized by honor. It refers to the state or condition of possessing principles such as honesty, fairness, and integrity that earn esteem from others.
Usage
This noun describes an abstract, positive character trait. It is used in formal or literary contexts to discuss moral character and ethical standing. * It is often used with possessive determiners (e.g., his honourableness, their honourableness). * It can be the subject or object of a sentence, often following verbs like demonstrate, question, or admire. * It is synonymous with honorableness (US spelling).
Examples
- The judge was renowned for his honourableness and impartiality.
- She acted with great honourableness, returning the lost wallet with all the money inside.
- His honourableness in business dealings earned him the trust of the community.
- They never doubted the honourableness of his intentions.
Advanced Usage
- "A reputation for honourableness": A common phrase indicating that someone is widely known for this quality.
- The family had a long-standing reputation for honourableness.
Variants and Related Words
- Honourable (adjective): Deserving honor and respect.
- It was an honourable decision.
- Honourably (adverb): In an honourable manner.
- He served his country honourably.
- Honour (noun & verb): (Noun) High respect; great esteem. (Verb) To regard with great respect.
- It was a matter of honour. / We honour our veterans.
- Honorableness (noun): The American English spelling of .
Synonyms
- Integrity
- Rectitude
- Probity
- Nobility
- Decency
Antonyms
- Dishonourableness
- Deceitfulness
- Corruption
- Baseness
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Above reproach": So honourable that no criticism is possible.
- His conduct in the matter was above reproach.
- "A man/woman of honour": A person who is honourable.
- She is known as a woman of honour who keeps her promises.
Noun
- the quality of deserving honor or respect; characterized by honor