No. 10,131 in French
honorable
Worthy of respect or esteem.
In a sentence
Il est connu comme une personne honorable parmi ses collègues.
He is known as an honorable person among his colleagues.
Here, 'honorable' is used as an adjective to describe someone's character, suggesting respectability and integrity.
Le titre d'officier est une distinction honorable.
The title of officer is an honorable distinction.
In this usage, 'honorable' qualifies a distinction, indicating that it is held in high regard and valued.
Cet acte était vraiment honorable et altruiste.
That act was truly honorable and selfless.
Here, 'honorable' describes an act to highlight its moral quality and commendable nature.
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