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

Her new surname reportedly honors her mother, Katie Holmes, whose full name is Kate Noelle Holmes. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 17 Sep. 2026

The foundation also hosts the annual Phoenix Awards, a dinner held during CBC Week that honors those viewed as stakeholders by the foundation. — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

That is why strengthening survivor support should be part of how the nation honors their immeasurable sacrifices. — Cristina Johnson, Hartford Courant, 16 Sep. 2026

The care plan also incorporates intercultural and spiritual support, the institute added, which honors his Indigenous heritage and allows traditional healers alongside medical professionals. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

Milpero Shawn Campbell / Michelin Guide The Michelin star honors restaurants with outstanding food, and Chef Johnny Curiel at Milpero excels at it. — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2026

America could have responded to that tragedy by creating a kinder world, one that truly honors the dead. — Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026

Día de Muertos is a vibrant and meaningful Mexican tradition that honors the lives of those who have passed away. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026

The award honors media professionals and groups making significant contributions to scholastic journalism. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Noun

His father, Brock Johnston, earned all-state honors at Burleson, kicked at the University of Houston and now serves as one of Carver’s mentors. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026

By my count, 14 different pitchers have started games for the Braves this season; nine of them have done the honors at least five times. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Fresh off winning Super Bowl LX MVP honors, running back Kenneth Walker put on an absolute clinic. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Defending the colors of the Colombian national team was one of the greatest honors of my life. — Colin Millar, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Its momentum escalated after David Harbour and Linda Cardellini won supporting acting trophies, and creator Steven Conrad scored writing and directing honors at an Emmys ceremony earlier this month. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

In a quiet field in Pennsylvania, a memorial honors those who fought back. — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 14 Sep. 2026

Walker ran for a team-high 1,027 yards last season en route to winning Super Bowl MVP honors. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026

Other honors have included Father of the Year from the American Diabetes Association and a Spirit of the Entrepreneur Award from California State University, San Bernardino in 2015. — Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026