What does "reputable" mean?

Reputable: Having, or worthy of, good repute; held in esteem; honorable; praiseworthy; as, a reputable man or character; reputable conduct. In the article of danger, it is as reputable to elude an enemy as defeat one. Broome. -- Rep"u ta*ble*ness, n. -- Rep"u*ta*bly, adv.