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    L'honorable (en. The honorable)

    [l‿ɔnɔʁabl]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Qualifies a person or thing that has high moral qualities.
    This man is the honorable representative of our community.
    Cet homme est l'honorable représentant de notre communauté.
    Said of an action that is just and ethical.
    She made an honorable decision for the good of all.
    Elle a pris une décision honorable pour le bien de tous.
    Designates a person in a position of authority, often used for members of an assembly.
    The honorable members of parliament gathered to debate.
    Les honorables membres du parlement se sont réunis pour débattre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'honorabilis', meaning worthy of honor or respectable.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the honorable deed
    An expression that refers to respectable and worthy actions.
    l'honorable fait
    Mr. the honorable
    A polite formula used to address a person of importance or authority.
    Monsieur l'honorable

    Related Words

    honor
    Quality of what is honorable, respect, and dignity.
    honneur
    upright
    One who has strong ethical principles and never compromises their values.
    intègre

    Slang Meanings

    An ironic term to refer to someone who acts insincerely.
    He pretends to be the honorable one while only thinking of himself.
    Il prétend être l'honorable alors qu'il ne fait que penser à lui.
    Used as mockery for a person who tries to present a respectable image.
    Look at him, he wants to be the honorable one of the evening.
    Regarde-le, il veut être l'honorable de la soirée.