What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nobly
Example
The soldier nobly sacrificed his life to save his comrades. [nobly: adverb]
Example
She conducted herself nobly in the face of adversity. [nobly: adverb]
honorably
Example
He resigned from his position honorably, without causing any harm to the company. [honorably: adverb]
Example
She was known for her honorably dealings with her clients. [honorably: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Honorably is more commonly used than nobly in everyday language, and it can be used in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nobly and honorably?
Nobly is more formal and less commonly used than honorably, which is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
