Synonyms of honors

honors 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of honor

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recognizes
• credits
• thanks
• celebrates
• commemorates
• congratulates
• acknowledges
• salutes
• commends
• praises
• fetes
• compliments
• cites
• applauds
• cheers
• lauds
• extols
• hails
• memorializes
• acclaims
• glorifies
• touts
• laureates
• felicitates
• observes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dishonors
• disgraces
• shames
• humbles
• discredits
• humiliates
• maligns
• defames
• slanders
• condemns
• libels
• hisses
• denounces
• jeers
• censures
• hoots
• mocks
• ridicules
• damns
• bad-mouths
• puts down
• slights
• boos
• reprobates

honors

2 of 2

noun

plural of honor

1

as in treasures

an asset that brings praise or renown

a dedicated, caring teacher who is an honor to the teaching profession

Synonyms & Similar Words

• treasures
• trophies
• jewels
• highlights
• boasts
• prides
• crown jewels
• attractions
• features
• glories
• credits
• excellences
• values
• feathers in one's cap
• virtues
• merits
• distinctions
• showpieces
• pièces de résistance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disgraces
• defects
• dishonors
• blemishes
• stains
• blots
• shames
• stigmas
• slurs
• smudges
• horrors
• messes
• frights
• eyesores
• smirches

2

as in accolades

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accolades
• glories
• acclaim
• applauses
• credits
• distinctions
• praises
• lauds
• laurels
• kudos
• fames
• homages
• bays
• ovations
• props
• tributes
• commendations
• suns
• réclames
• compliments
• celebrities
• encomiums
• plaudits
• toasts
• eulogies
• panegyrics
• recommendations
• acclamations
• reputes
• kudos
• raves
• citations
• renowns
• rhapsodies
• glorifications
• exaltations
• elevations
• notes
• enshrinements
• enthronements

3

as in awards

something given in recognition of achievement

has received several honors from the Boy Scouts for his many years of service

Synonyms & Similar Words

• awards
• prizes
• accolades
• trophies
• distinctions
• medals
• premiums
• decorations
• plumes
• kudos
• badges
• blue ribbons
• ribbons
• laurels
• plates
• plaques
• cups
• plaudits
• commendations
• crowns
• tributes
• eulogies
• compliments
• applauses
• encomiums
• orders
• citations
• panegyrics
• paeans
• homages
• hallelujahs
• honorable mentions
• bravos

4

as in privileges

something granted as a special favor

it will be an honor for me to show your aunt around the city

Synonyms & Similar Words

• privileges
• concessions
• rights
• grants
• courtesies
• appanages
• exemptions
• prerogatives
• boons
• entitlements
• claims
• immunities
• waivers
• perquisites
• patents
• birthrights
• charters

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• duties
• obligations
• responsibilities
• burdens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of honors

Verb

The annual tradition honors the memory of Nick Gilbert, the son of Rocket founder Dan Gilbert. — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 30 July 2026

The awards honors the prop masters and their contributions behind the camera. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 30 July 2026

Employees receive personal leave that honors cultural life, including time for ceremonies like Sundance, and Albert advocated with donors so scholars can step away for cultural obligations without losing their funding. — Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The name honors the Winnebago people who once used this scenic area for sacred ceremonies. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 26 July 2026

Our hope is that this process brings clarity, honors the Court’s orders, and ensures the responsible stewardship of Chadwick’s legacy. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

His nonprofit, Adam's Parachute, honors him by using the peaceful and therapeutic hobby of fly fishing to aid individuals in addiction recovery. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 22 July 2026

The service honors the Order of the Thistle, which is Scotland’s highest and most ancient order of chivalry. — Starr Bowenbank, InStyle, 17 July 2026

The 2 car will in fact run in a special paint scheme that honors Wallace’s accomplishments behind the wheel; Austin Cindric gave Wallace a personal tour of the Penske race shop that ended with the special car unveiling. — Alex Zietlow july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026

Noun

He was named the Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year and drew preseason All-American honors. — Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones earned MVP honors off the bench with 22 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists, narrowly missing just the second triple-double in All-Star Game history. — Lindsey Darvin, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

The 27-year-old is considered one of the most dynamic strikers in the NWSL, securing MVP honors in back-to-back seasons, as well as winning the league’s Golden Boot race two years in a row. — Melanie Anzidei, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Destin Daniel Cretton honors beloved Spider-Man media — especially Raimi — to create something soulful + thrilling. — Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 July 2026

Reid essentially rose to cult status in the Twin Cities as an undrafted free agent, playing a prominent role in helping the Timberwolves reach the Western Conference Finals and garnering the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year honors. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

That was not the case in 2024, when Carson Conklin earned Freshman FCS All-American honors after firing 28 touchdowns. — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

So Brewer put his head down and against all odds, fashioned himself into one of the best centers in the league, earning second-team All-Pro honors in 2025. — Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

The list of recent NFL draft picks includes Quentin Johnston, Savion Williams, Jack Bech and Derius Davis, plus Eric McAlister, who earned first-team All-Big 12 honors last season. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2026