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
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
The sisters have succeeded in honoring the histories of some great American musical genres without being afraid to finding their own approach to a familiar sound.
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 2 May 2025
Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 May 2025
So, which fine watering hole took top honors this year?
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2025
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The devastated parents said the Colorado legal system seemed more focused on accommodating the perpetrator than honoring the gravity of their son's death.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
The sisters have succeeded in honoring the histories of some great American musical genres without being afraid to finding their own approach to a familiar sound.
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 2 May 2025
Noun
The unit is receiving the honor three years after former President Joe Biden signed the Six Triple Eight Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021 into Public Law 117-97 in 2022, according to Congress.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 May 2025
So, which fine watering hole took top honors this year?
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
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Out of War’s Shadow: Vietnam on the Move Nothing defines Vietnam more right now than the desire to be seen anew, to have the country and its people recognized for their strengths.—
Tony Romm Tung Ngo Talmon Joseph Smith David E. Sanger,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Because a number of the most successful photo studios were based in Los Angeles, photographers could choose from a large and constantly replenishing population of young men anxious to be recognized, to be chosen.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
3 May 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Frank E. Lockwood,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2025
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Americans, in short, are hungry for healing—a restoration of integrity in our public life and compassion in our communities In this context, the first American pope feels providential.—
Christopher Hale,
Time,
9 May 2025
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Layering Lighting Design: Lamps in all shapes and sizes can be used to recast the feel of a room, brighten dark corners and illuminate your treasures.—
Katherine Marks,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Helena Simon's handcrafted blooms transform fleeting garden beauties into forever treasures.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Leo was a teenager, just beginning his march to fame and glory, and Karlovy Vary was his first film festival, also attended by his German mother Irmelin and his German grandparents.—
Steven Gaydos,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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Now one of Europe’s grandest hotels is being restored to its former glory.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
8 May 2025
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The one-time $60 million equity award is in non-qualified stock options that will vest after three years, with no additional annual equity awards during the first three years of his employment.—
Sriparna Roy,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The royal couple heard speeches and watched a film before presenting awards — the King presenting the Mark Shand Award and Queen Camilla giving the Tara Award, named after an elephant befriended by her brother.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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President Abraham Lincoln controversially suspended writ privilege nationally early in the Civil War, but Congress subsequently enacted a law permitting suspension in March 1863.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Apply principles of least privilege for specific assets and user roles.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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The exit came earlier today and as reports about Tirico’s illness drew concern from viewers Saturday afternoon, the veteran newscaster took to X with a statement about what happened, thanking colleagues for their support.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
3 May 2025
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Overall, the interaction remains mostly cordial, with Abrego Garcia smiling at thanking the officers before he is allowed to drive off.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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Pet names can be love, but love without honesty is just sugar without substance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Vasquez also stressed the importance of public trust, transparency and honesty in rebuilding city departments’ credibility.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
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“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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