dallonorevole

Dallonorevole is a coined Italian term used in online discourse to label a person or action perceived as hypocritically virtuous or self-righteous, especially in political or public life. The word appears to be a fusion built around the adjective onorevole (honourable) with a playful, prefix-like dall- element, typical of contemporary meme-language. Its exact origins are uncertain, but it began circulating in Italian-speaking online communities in the late 2010s and has persisted mainly in informal contexts.

In use, dallonorevole can function as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it refers to a person judged to embody this paradox; as an adjective, it describes statements or actions that are presented as morally superior while signaling ulterior motives or selective transparency. For example, a satirical post might describe a politician’s pledge as dallonorevole if the speaker perceives a gap between rhetoric and conduct.

The term remains unofficial and is not included in standard dictionaries. It is most commonly found in social media, blogs, and memes where readers familiar with contemporary Italian political discourse can grasp its irony. Because it is informal, its precise connotation can vary with context and speaker, ranging from light-hearted ribbing to sharp criticism of perceived performative virtue signaling.