upstanding

Definition

  • adjective: honest and respectable
  • adjective: marked by integrity
  • synonyms: respectable

Examples

  • “Ladies and gentlemen, please 'be upstanding' for the national anthem.”

  • a stiff, 'upstanding' collar

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) If you're riding into our town under the company of armed men, you'll need to state your business. Mayhem. The sheriff judged the riders to be upstanding, God-fearing citizens. The marshals decided to practice their quick draws with each other. Thank you for dealing with an unfortunate situation. (..)
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