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
Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The new film, the profile teased, would both critique and honor that history.
—Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Last year, the Wayans family received the special honor.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
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Verb
The name of the hotel honors Chicago's house music legacy.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The new film, the profile teased, would both critique and honor that history.
—Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
In 2007, Godbold was awarded an OBE, or Officer of the Order of the British Empire honor, from Queen Elizabeth for services to fashion design.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Last year, the Wayans family received the special honor.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
Verb
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The foundation recognized the diner as a vital social and cultural anchor for the Black community in Los Angeles.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Over the course of a year, Juri had made strides in recognizing letters, sounds and sight words.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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The researchers found that the cells retained mechanical integrity under bending, stretching, and compression.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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Dunn, whose family roots trace back over 125 years and seven generations in Volusia County, feels a deep sense of sentimentality for local treasures.—
Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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The series primarily concerns Flint's efforts to wrangle his crew and protect the lawlessness of the island New Providence, as well as quests to attain treasure across the high seas.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In ancient Greece certain mortals who had achieved kleos (glory or fame) in life were venerated in death.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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Back at her practice arena on Thursday, the 29-year-old soaked in the Olympic gold glory with her Boston Fleet teammates.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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Amid the glut of fashion week front rows, awards season after-parties, and talk show appearances, the star of Heated Rivalry has established himself as a real player in the style game.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
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The award ceremony would be held on December 7, with the president himself slated to act as master of ceremonies.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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To see these animals up close and personal is a privilege, and a real insight into the battles nature endures every day.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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Watching Mickey and Konrad and our extraordinary and beloved cast grow over the seasons continues to be a huge privilege.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Well done, Mike, and thank you.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Firstly, thank you for your excellent coverage of the Rockies.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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This honesty, perhaps counterintuitively, allows for a new sense of vulnerability.—
Naomi Fry,
New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2026
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What does not depend on anything is the need for preparation, honesty and experience.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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