honoring

verb

Definition of honoringnext
present participle of honor
as in recognizing
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honoring
  1. recognizing
  2. thanking
  3. celebrating
  4. commemorating
Verb
  • Ways to celebrate include Airing of Grievances, Feats of Strength and recognizing easily explainable events as Festivus miracles.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • By recognizing those with genuine potential early on, leaders can provide the necessary guidance and mentorship to help young employees develop a strong work ethic and realistic career aspirations.
    Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognizing
Verb
  • Wrap it up at the end with the CEO thanking all employees for their many contributions and wishing them a restful and joyous holiday.
    Elizabeth Baskin, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Torres and the cast also posted videos thanking the Brazilian audience.
    Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of thanking
Verb
  • So at the start of this school year, the district decided to name its K-8 elementary school after her, celebrating her 30+ years of dedication.
    Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Feel like no one’s acknowledging/celebrating one of the most exciting periods of men’s tennis play; all top players need to use the whole court now.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of celebrating
Verb
  • Initially celebrated as a spiritual observance commemorating the hope found in the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, Christmas has evolved to embrace universal themes of goodwill and generosity.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Millie Bobby Brown is commemorating her breakthrough role on Stranger Things with an emotional goodbye.
    Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of commemorating
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