as in to recognize
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother
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as in integrity
faithfulness to high moral standards
the mayor, a man of honor, never broke a promise to the voters
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as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
a dedicated, caring teacher who is an honor to the teaching profession
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
has received several honors from the Boy Scouts for his many years of service
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as in privilege
something granted as a special favor
it will be an honor for me to show your aunt around the city
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Recent Examples of honor
Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
The Veteran’s Memorial wall, which honors the service of all Solana Beach Veterans of Foreign Wars, was available for viewing, and docents from the Solana Beach Civic and Historical Society conducted tours of the Historical Museum.
—Del Mar Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Brent Lang, Variety, 2 June 2026
Fox made his first All-Star appearance, earned his first All-NBA honors as a Third Team selection and won the inaugural Clutch Player of the Year award.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
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At Tuesday’s Sacramento City Council meeting, Councilmember Mai Vang stood, folded her hands together and bowed her head for the city’s land acknowledgement honoring the region’s Indigenous people.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
The Veteran’s Memorial wall, which honors the service of all Solana Beach Veterans of Foreign Wars, was available for viewing, and docents from the Solana Beach Civic and Historical Society conducted tours of the Historical Museum.
—Del Mar Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Noun
Last month, the MPA presented filmmaker Steven Spielberg with the MPA America250 Award, a one-time honor recognizing his impact on American storytelling at CinemaCon.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 2 June 2026
Fox made his first All-Star appearance, earned his first All-NBA honors as a Third Team selection and won the inaugural Clutch Player of the Year award.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
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Vansteenberghe, a male model, recognized that modeling was also one of Carthen’s goals and set her up with modeling gigs and advice after leaving Fiji.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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German and Czech immigrants who settled in Central Texas during the 1800s introduced meat-smoking and butcher shop traditions that later became foundational to what many now recognize as classic Texas barbecue, according to the Texas Historical Association.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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There will be more local politicians who fail the integrity test and become treasonous to their constituents.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
31 May 2026
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Small treasures that a child holds onto for safety and comfort.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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In 2025, archaeologists in northern Germany uncovered a hoard of roughly 1,000-year-old Viking treasures after a metal detectorist alerted officials to the find.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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With the Premier League chip off their back and a squad liberated from the fear of failure, the opportunity of further glory awaits the Gunners.—
Aleks Klosok,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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So far neither has covered itself in glory.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Copyright © 2026 by Sharon Blackie DR SHARON BLACKIE is an award-winning and internationally bestselling author, and a psychologist with a background in mythology and folklore.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Fox made his first All-Star appearance, earned his first All-NBA honors as a Third Team selection and won the inaugural Clutch Player of the Year award.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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Translating Ichiyō’s works in Troubled Waters has been both a privilege and a passion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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To my colleagues, who became family – working beside you has been the privilege of a lifetime.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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McLaughlin also thanked the multi-disciplinary human trafficking team that helped with the case and supported the victims.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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In a farewell message shared on Instagram, management thanked the Dilworth community for its years of support without mentioning the reason for the closure.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Brands should rethink ownership, durability and honesty.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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These challenges require transparency, honesty and strong relationships.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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