Honorable
Honorable adjective - Following the accepted rules of moral conduct.
Usage example: the only honorable thing to do is to admit that you were wrong and apologize
Virtuous is a synonym for honorable in reputable topic. In some cases you can use "Virtuous" instead an adjective "Honorable", when it comes to topics like honest.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Renais and Frelia are out and out honorable and virtuous.
- Bismarck himself, though, is shown to be a virtuous and honorable soldier; advocating negotiation as being "more practical" before going to all out war and chastising Suzaku for abandoning his compassion in exchange for vengeance.
Source: Noble Top Enforcer - The Good King is honorable, virtuous, wise and understanding.
Source: The Good King
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