as in recognizes
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 treasures
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 accolades
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day
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as in awards
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 privileges
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 honors
Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Interior of the Arab Republic of Egypt is receiving the 2026 MPA Creative Protector Award, which honors an individual or organization whose work has been critical in the global fight to combat digital piracy.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 2 June 2026
The inaugural April Heinrichs Award honors a Colorado senior girls soccer player who embodies excellence on the pitch, in the classroom and in her community.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 2 June 2026
The Peabody Awards are an annual ceremony that honors excellence in storytelling on television, radio and digital media.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The celebration honors a landmark milestone for the revival of Chicago, which first opened on Broadway in 1996 and has since become the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Name your need in simple words, invite their side, and shape a middle path that honors the connection while letting your independent streak breathe a little.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Steven Reigns’ 2025 poetry collection Outliving Michael honors his friend and mentor Michael Church, who died of AIDS in 2000.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
The event also honors 13 Tastemakers helping to shape Atlanta's present and future.
—Damien Henderson, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Donald supposedly finished off his career three years ago by collecting eight sacks at his usual defensive tackle spot and earning both All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors.
—Armando Salguero, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Ten Athletics players have won league MVP honors in franchise history, most recently Miguel Tejada in 2002.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Proctor started at left tackle all three seasons in Tuscaloosa, racking up SEC All-Freshman team, Second-team All-SEC, First-team All-SEC and Second-team Associated Press All-American honors along the way.
—Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
The 22-year-old Frenchman garnered All-NBA first-team honors and was unanimously named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
In a city that prides itself on pizza, earning top honors is no small feat.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
Slimp earned first-team all-Big Ten honors as the leadoff hitter for a Bruins team that features slugging stars Megan Grant and Jordan Woolery.
—Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Sports media executive Steve Bornstein received Lifetime Achievement honors.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 May 2026
Verb
The annual award ceremony produced by ESPN, which honors the greatest achievements in sports, is set to air on July 15.
—Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Interior of the Arab Republic of Egypt is receiving the 2026 MPA Creative Protector Award, which honors an individual or organization whose work has been critical in the global fight to combat digital piracy.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 2 June 2026
The inaugural April Heinrichs Award honors a Colorado senior girls soccer player who embodies excellence on the pitch, in the classroom and in her community.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 2 June 2026
The Peabody Awards are an annual ceremony that honors excellence in storytelling on television, radio and digital media.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The celebration honors a landmark milestone for the revival of Chicago, which first opened on Broadway in 1996 and has since become the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Name your need in simple words, invite their side, and shape a middle path that honors the connection while letting your independent streak breathe a little.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Steven Reigns’ 2025 poetry collection Outliving Michael honors his friend and mentor Michael Church, who died of AIDS in 2000.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
The event also honors 13 Tastemakers helping to shape Atlanta's present and future.
—Damien Henderson, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Noun
Three special honors will be handed during ceremony — two Career Achievement recipients, presented to film editors of outstanding merit and the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year honor, presented to a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Donald supposedly finished off his career three years ago by collecting eight sacks at his usual defensive tackle spot and earning both All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors.
—Armando Salguero, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Ten Athletics players have won league MVP honors in franchise history, most recently Miguel Tejada in 2002.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Proctor started at left tackle all three seasons in Tuscaloosa, racking up SEC All-Freshman team, Second-team All-SEC, First-team All-SEC and Second-team Associated Press All-American honors along the way.
—Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
The 22-year-old Frenchman garnered All-NBA first-team honors and was unanimously named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
In a city that prides itself on pizza, earning top honors is no small feat.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
Slimp earned first-team all-Big Ten honors as the leadoff hitter for a Bruins team that features slugging stars Megan Grant and Jordan Woolery.
—Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Sports media executive Steve Bornstein received Lifetime Achievement honors.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honors
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Being self-Aware – recognizes how personal behavior impacts others and stays mindful of one’s own motives, values, and reactions.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The three-day CrimeCon, held this year at Caesars Palace, recognizes true crime content in TV, film, podcasts and publishing.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
31 May 2026
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Small treasures that a child holds onto for safety and comfort.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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In 2025, archaeologists in northern Germany uncovered a hoard of roughly 1,000-year-old Viking treasures after a metal detectorist alerted officials to the find.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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The spa The Mandarin Oriental’s spa is a major draw—and not only because the wellness center has earned some of the highest accolades in the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Her novels have won accolades from the New York Times, the American Booksellers Association, the American Library Association, and Junior Library Guild.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown is therefore based off of nearly four decades of awards, accolades, and recognition across the industry.—
Erin Florio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The same goes for premium business or first-class awards.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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And perhaps that is one of the greatest privileges of longevity in our business.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Washington simply stopped issuing and renewing confidential plates in October 2025, and Massachusetts did the same, cutting off ICE and Customs and Border Patrol agencies from privileges in early 2026.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Stina Ehrensvard, last year’s WEOY winner and founder of Stockholm cybersecurity firm Yubico, credits Sweden’s childcare system with making her path possible.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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The four-time Tony nominee credits his wife and three sons as his grounding force.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Our guide, Walter, and our wildlife spotter, Howard, both deserve trophies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The club and incoming head coach Jose Mourinho agree on the need to strengthen the squad after two seasons in a row without winning any major trophies.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Noun
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The handwritten sign on the cooler, extolling the glories of bottarga, is your first hint that Bottega Gabriele’s Italian bona fides run deep.—
Allecia Vermillion,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026
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But the trophies, the glories, the doubles, trebles and even more spectacular successes — six trophies, lest it be forgotten, in one year for Barca — tell only part of the story about why Pep Guardiola will be remembered among the genuine greats of his profession.—
Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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“Honors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honors. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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