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
Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2025
Many within the wrestling community and her devoted fanbase argue that her achievements, including her groundbreaking reigns as both the Women's and Intercontinental Champion, warrant a separate and distinct honor.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.
—Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
Caccia will deliver a Mass in Francis’ honor at St. Patrick’s on Saturday.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2025
Many within the wrestling community and her devoted fanbase argue that her achievements, including her groundbreaking reigns as both the Women's and Intercontinental Champion, warrant a separate and distinct honor.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
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Modular space existed, but the application has accelerated as corporations, school districts and builders recognize the efficiency and expense benefits.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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While at the event, George was recognized for his work with the Pope's arts foundation, Scholas Occurrentes, and was presented with the Olive Medal of Peace.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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By keeping discovery tied to the speedy trial clock, the governor’s proposal preserves the integrity of the 2019 reforms, but will not take us back to pre-2019.—
Mimi Rocah,
New York Daily News,
13 Apr. 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Janet B. Carson,
Arkansas Online,
13 Apr. 2025
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Looting has been happening for centuries, but today’s criminals have turned to advanced technologies—including sonar, drones and underwater metal detectors—to pluck treasure from shipwrecks and other ancient sites beneath the Mediterranean Sea, per the AP.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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Beachcombers and seashell hunters will appreciate the opportunity to find little treasures washed ashore.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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If the Dolphins want the offense to return to its 2023 glory, a quality pick or two will be key.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Following a major overhaul that was ready for 2024, which included restoring the paddock back to its former glory, projects continue throughout the site.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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His work has received dozens of national and regional awards.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2025
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The festival reached a settlement with 277 ticket holders in 2021, when it was ordered to pay each recipient an award of $7,220.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The club doesn’t charge CBS or ESPN a dime for the privilege of covering the four-day event, and while that leaves as much as $125 million in rights fees on the table, Augusta more than makes up for that by way of the gate, merch and concessions.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Lofty plans for new urban areas in Africa, however, are a response to the fact that the continent doesn’t have the privilege of time.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
11 Apr. 2025
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In one of the clips Gabrielle shared, Theresa stood in front of a ‘78’ cake covered in yellow flowers and expressed her gratitude ‘thanking God for a beautiful sunshine day.’ Half & Half Actress Essence Atkins was also there to celebrate mama Theresa and commented on Union’s post.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Saying 'please' and 'thank you' to ChatGPT costs millions of dollars, CEO says Duolingo adds chess to educational offers.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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These core values must be upheld with honesty, conviction, and consistency.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Reddit Reacts Reddit users were quick to empathize with the original poster, with many encouraging honesty.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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