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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 honored
Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
We are disappointed at this outcome and our inability to get Nina to long-term stability, as this has been a labor of love for the last 5 years, but remain honored to have played a role in supporting and highlighting incredible corners of the music community.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 28 May 2026
My colleagues Ellie Austin, Alyson Shontell and I were so honored to co-host a talking circle with Steinem at her home in Manhattan this week, bringing together members of the Fortune MPW community to talk about AI and its impact on business and society.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
Bruce also had the lowest levels of stress hormone metabolites, was given priority access to the four central feeding stations on account of his rank, and even had a non-mate remove debris from his lower beak, the only individual in the circus to be so honored.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
No in-office president has been so honored — until now.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
The library has moved to clarify that it was not named for Steve, but, in 1992, for his father Preston Tisch, an honored alum.
—Julie Carr Smyth, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Speaking from orbit, Koch, surrounded by her fellow astronauts on the Artemis II mission—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Jeremy Hansen—honored generations of pioneers, including Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan, who made the mission possible.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Be sure to visit the World Press Photo site to see all of the winning and honored images.
—Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 20 June 2026
Boston Stadium honored Donny Strathie in the 76th minute of the match.
—David Wade, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Ripley was honored for a heroic effort to halt the advance of North Vietnamese forces by blowing up a crucial bridge in 1972.
—Arkansas Online, 20 June 2026
The Rays honored Littell, who pitched for them from May 2023 to July 2025, with a tribute video.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The ticker-tape parade honored the team for winning its first NBA championship in 53 years.
—Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 20 June 2026
On June 10, the couple attended the 40th Annual Moving Image Awards at the Museum of the Moving Image in New York City, where they were honored as recipients of the Moving Image Industry Award.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 20 June 2026
The Dodgers were one of two teams to employ Glenn Burke, the first baseball player to come out as gay, and honored him and the second-ever out player, Billy Bean, with a permanent stadium display earlier this month.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Standout companies will be honored in November 2026.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2026
Adjective
Xi and Kim last met in September, when the North Korean leader was an honored guest among a host of global leaders at a military parade in Beijing.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
We are disappointed at this outcome and our inability to get Nina to long-term stability, as this has been a labor of love for the last 5 years, but remain honored to have played a role in supporting and highlighting incredible corners of the music community.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 28 May 2026
My colleagues Ellie Austin, Alyson Shontell and I were so honored to co-host a talking circle with Steinem at her home in Manhattan this week, bringing together members of the Fortune MPW community to talk about AI and its impact on business and society.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
Bruce also had the lowest levels of stress hormone metabolites, was given priority access to the four central feeding stations on account of his rank, and even had a non-mate remove debris from his lower beak, the only individual in the circus to be so honored.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
No in-office president has been so honored — until now.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
The library has moved to clarify that it was not named for Steve, but, in 1992, for his father Preston Tisch, an honored alum.
—Julie Carr Smyth, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Speaking from orbit, Koch, surrounded by her fellow astronauts on the Artemis II mission—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Jeremy Hansen—honored generations of pioneers, including Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan, who made the mission possible.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Be sure to visit the World Press Photo site to see all of the winning and honored images.
—Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
At the behest of Strathie’s family, fans also honored the longtime Tartan Army member with rousing applause in the 76th minute.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 20 June 2026
Boston Stadium honored Donny Strathie in the 76th minute of the match.
—David Wade, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Ripley was honored for a heroic effort to halt the advance of North Vietnamese forces by blowing up a crucial bridge in 1972.
—Arkansas Online, 20 June 2026
The Rays honored Littell, who pitched for them from May 2023 to July 2025, with a tribute video.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The ticker-tape parade honored the team for winning its first NBA championship in 53 years.
—Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 20 June 2026
On June 10, the couple attended the 40th Annual Moving Image Awards at the Museum of the Moving Image in New York City, where they were honored as recipients of the Moving Image Industry Award.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 20 June 2026
The Dodgers were one of two teams to employ Glenn Burke, the first baseball player to come out as gay, and honored him and the second-ever out player, Billy Bean, with a permanent stadium display earlier this month.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Standout companies will be honored in November 2026.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honored
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Every state in the union produces wine, but the country’s most celebrated wine regions—from Napa Valley and Sonoma to Oregon’s Willamette Valley and Washington State’s Walla Walla—have helped establish the United States as one of the world's leading wine-producing nations.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Christian Okoye—The most celebrated athlete in Azusa Pacific history.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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In 1908 a significant court ruling determined that only those born to Parsi fathers are recognized by the state as Parsi, laying the groundwork for more than a century of exclusion.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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After a few minutes of ritual, a group of three men shed their long black robes to reveal flowing gowns and began their sema, or ceremony, a ritual that has been recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
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Water rushed up near the famous Crystal Cove cottages and near the Beachcomber Cafe Restaurant.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
18 June 2026
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Other famous faces to grace the royal procession in the past include Dame Helen Mirren in 2008 and 2018, David Beckham in 2018, Demi Moore in 2019 and 2023, and Elizabeth Hurley in 2011, 2014, 2016, and 2024.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
18 June 2026
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On a Facebook post shared by the Woodbridge Police Department, hundreds of comments from people in the community thanked Samartino for his quick actions in saving the newborn.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
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Hill thanked the community for its support during her tenure, pointing to her three and a half years leading the district and saying the work accomplished with staff and families remains meaningful to her.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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The car’s aesthetic modifications reflect the vision of renowned automotive creative Ian Callum, head designer for Evoluto Automobili Limited.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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Further reflecting the growing engagement between Arab and Asian cinema at an institutional level is the presence of renowned Tunisian producer Dora Bouchoucha on the Golden Goblet jury, Chakra notes.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Prince Ali credited the country's investment in youth academies and grassroots development programs for helping elevate Jordan's national team.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Early Years and Struggles Jelly Roll often credited Bunnie with being a crucial anchor in his life.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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In 2014, he was selected to receive a lifetime achievement award for distinguished achievement in television direction from the Directors Guild of America.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Patriotism And Nationalism Are Not Identical Political philosophers and historians have long distinguished patriotism from nationalism.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
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And of course the long-suffering Rangers were feted 1994.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
15 June 2026
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The French actress is one of the guests of honor at the Italian film festival this year where she will be feted with an achievement award on Friday evening.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
12 June 2026
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“Honored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honored. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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