Word
honorably
Phoneticshon·or·ably
/ˈɑnɝəbɫi/
UK spelling · honourably
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that is honest and shows good character. You use this to describe someone who follows high moral standards or does their duty well.
adv. in a manner consistent with high principles or a strict code of ethics; with integrity and respect.
Examples
“He served in the army honorably for twenty years.”
“The judge was praised for acting honorably throughout the difficult trial, never letting personal bias affect her decisions.”
“Though the company faced bankruptcy, the directors behaved honorably by ensuring all employees received their full severance pay before the accounts were frozen.”
Examples
simple
“He served in the army honorably for twenty years.”
contextual
“The judge was praised for acting honorably throughout the difficult trial, never letting personal bias affect her decisions.”
complex
“Though the company faced bankruptcy, the directors behaved honorably by ensuring all employees received their full severance pay before the accounts were frozen.”
Usage
Typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of the clause.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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