Hon"or*a*bly (?), adv. 1. In an honorable manner; in a manner showing, or consistent with, honor.

The reverend abbot . . . honorably received him.

Why did I not more honorably starve?

2. Decently; becomingly. [Obs.] "Do this message honorably." Shak.

Syn. -- Magnanimously; generously; nobly; worthily; justly; equitably; fairly; reputably.