respectably

see definition of respectably

as injustly

as inmorally
as innobly

Antonyms for respectably

morally

adverb. in accordance with accepted standards of conduct

nobly

adverb. honorably

Word Origin & History

"worthy of esteem," 1580s; see respect (v.) + -able. Sense of "having an honest reputation" is from 1755. That of "occupying a fairly good position in society" is c.1800. Related: Respectably.

Example Sentences for respectably

I've two sisters, respectably married and living in another part of the state.

But what had maintained me respectably was now found inadequate to the support of us both.

I was dressed and lived as a gentleman, or rather I should say respectably.

It was respectably attended in point of character as well as of numbers.

There were seven children; and they were all educated most respectably.

I think two hundred pounds, sir, would do it easily and respectably.

Sam Ogilvy was there, he'd be classed as respectably conservative.

He may be respectably housed and clothed; he may have a good boss.

It was well paved, and its houses were respectably inhabited.

The house is respectably, though not very elegantly, furnished.

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Antonyms for respectably

More words related to respectably

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morally

nobly

Synonyms for respectably

justly