The correct answer is option B. It is used as a negative and ironic word to describe Brutus.
In Antony's speech in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," the word "honourable" is used in a negative and ironic manner to describe Brutus. Option B accurately reflects the context of its usage. Antony repeatedly refers to the conspirators, including Brutus, as "honourable men" throughout the speech. However, the repetition of this phrase takes on a sarcastic tone as Antony subtly undermines the perceived nobility of their actions.
Antony uses the term "honourable" not as a genuine expression of praise but as a rhetorical device to cast doubt on the integrity of Brutus and the other conspirators. By associating the term with their deeds, Antony creates a stark contrast between their supposed honor and the brutal reality of Caesar's assassination. The irony lies in the fact that the conspirators, who claim to act out of noble motives, are depicted as anything but honorable in Antony's portrayal.