Synonyms of honoring

honoring

verb

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recognizing
• thanking
• crediting
• celebrating
• commemorating
• congratulating
• acknowledging
• feting
• commending
• saluting
• praising
• complimenting
• citing
• memorializing
• extolling
• lauding
• applauding
• cheering
• hailing
• acclaiming
• touting
• glorifying
• observing
• laureating
• felicitating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dishonoring
• shaming
• discrediting
• disgracing
• humiliating
• humbling
• slandering
• defaming
• maligning
• condemning
• libeling
• denouncing
• hissing
• jeering
• booing
• hooting
• mocking
• ridiculing
• censuring
• bad-mouthing
• damning
• slighting
• putting down
• reprobating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of honoring

Following Parton’s death, numerous celebrities took to social media to share tributes honoring Parton, many of whom include musicians and actors who had worked with Parton before. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026

In recognition of his extraordinary career, Wilkinson received the BAFTA Lifetime Achievement Award and was presented to Queen Elizabeth II at a reception honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to British film. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Sacramento's Ukrainian community gathered at the California State Capitol on Monday night to celebrate Ukraine's independence while honoring those still fighting — and those who have been killed — in the country's ongoing war with Russia. — James Taylor, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

It is widely flown and otherwise displayed in the United States and other countries by members and supporters of transgender communities, particularly in parades honoring transgender and other LGBTQ+ persons. — Brian Duignan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Aug. 2026

Greene and Schaumberger led a group of more than 150 people in the dedication of Kaitlin’s Kitchen Saturday at John Lewis Middle School in Waukegan, honoring the values of the building’s namesake. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

The awards also support future generations through scholarships and facilitate discussions on venture capital, embodying the principle that honoring current legacies builds future leadership. — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Restaurateur of the Year – honoring a chef, cook and/or restaurant owner with significant impact on local food and the larger culinary community. — Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 18 Aug. 2026

Bryan Fuller, who wrote on the first season of the NBC series, also penned a heartfelt Instagram tribute honoring the late actress on Monday. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Aug. 2026