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
Zach Schonfeld, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
The 56th annual Chicano Park Day honors the Barrio Logan community with music, dancing, food, a car show and a history lesson.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
This year's All-Central Texas Swimming and Diving Team, selected by the American-Statesman's high school coverage staff, honors 12 Austin-area competitors from eight different schools.
—Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 15 Mar. 2026
The tribute served as the kickoff for the heartfelt In Memoriam portion of the evening’s celebration, where the industry honors those who died in the last year.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
The day, which honors the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, falls on the Friday before Easter each year.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Mar. 2026
The transition from cutesy, overly frilly looks into something sleeker can boost their confidence and teach them valuable skills in dressing oneself in a way that honors their self-expression and changing sartorial needs.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The monument honors the National Woman’s Party, which fought for suffrage in the early 19th century.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 11 Mar. 2026
Witness the cliff-diving ceremony at Kaanapali Beach, a tradition that honors the courageous leap made by King Kahekili in the 18th century.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The film earned multiple Hong Kong Film Award honors, including best screenplay and acting prizes for Rain Lau.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
He was named to the ACC All-Defensive Team the last two seasons and earned All-ACC honors this year.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Marie Kreutzer’s Gentle Monster Kreutzer’s Corsage, starring Vicky Krieps as a 40-something Austrian Empress, was a sleeper hit out of Cannes 2022, winning best performance honors at Un Certain Regard.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
The series ran for three seasons and received numerous awards including a Gotham Award, two Peabody Awards, two Independent Spirit Awards and honors from the Television Academy.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2026
The group formally proposed a charter amendment that would subject future honors to a public referendum.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition to his heroics in Super Bowl III, Snell is remembered for a standout rookie season, earning AFL Rookie of the Year honors and setting the Jets single-game rushing record.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
In the past decade, a Cuban player has won an MLB MVP award, two Rookie of the Year honors, an AL batting title, and two ALCS MVPs.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
Because these gigs carried a nostalgic glow, Megacity Madness also honors PUP’s back catalog, a reminder of how many great songs these guys have written in only 12 years.
—Zach Schonfeld, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
The 56th annual Chicano Park Day honors the Barrio Logan community with music, dancing, food, a car show and a history lesson.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
This year's All-Central Texas Swimming and Diving Team, selected by the American-Statesman's high school coverage staff, honors 12 Austin-area competitors from eight different schools.
—Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 15 Mar. 2026
The tribute served as the kickoff for the heartfelt In Memoriam portion of the evening’s celebration, where the industry honors those who died in the last year.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
The day, which honors the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, falls on the Friday before Easter each year.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Mar. 2026
The transition from cutesy, overly frilly looks into something sleeker can boost their confidence and teach them valuable skills in dressing oneself in a way that honors their self-expression and changing sartorial needs.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The monument honors the National Woman’s Party, which fought for suffrage in the early 19th century.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 11 Mar. 2026
Witness the cliff-diving ceremony at Kaanapali Beach, a tradition that honors the courageous leap made by King Kahekili in the 18th century.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
The naming of Doolysaurus huhmini honors both the fictional icon and the very real Min Huh, a pioneering paleontologist who spent 30 years preserving Korea’s fossil heritage.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The film earned multiple Hong Kong Film Award honors, including best screenplay and acting prizes for Rain Lau.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
He was named to the ACC All-Defensive Team the last two seasons and earned All-ACC honors this year.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Marie Kreutzer’s Gentle Monster Kreutzer’s Corsage, starring Vicky Krieps as a 40-something Austrian Empress, was a sleeper hit out of Cannes 2022, winning best performance honors at Un Certain Regard.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
The series ran for three seasons and received numerous awards including a Gotham Award, two Peabody Awards, two Independent Spirit Awards and honors from the Television Academy.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2026
The group formally proposed a charter amendment that would subject future honors to a public referendum.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition to his heroics in Super Bowl III, Snell is remembered for a standout rookie season, earning AFL Rookie of the Year honors and setting the Jets single-game rushing record.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
In the past decade, a Cuban player has won an MLB MVP award, two Rookie of the Year honors, an AL batting title, and two ALCS MVPs.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honors
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But there's a lower risk of having a reaction because your body recognizes your own blood, and there's no risk of contracting infectious disease from a different donor.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
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CalSPRA’s Excellence in Communication Awards program recognizes superior achievement in meeting strategic goals through high-quality communications and public relations programs.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, this is an excellent day to buy wardrobe treasures for yourself.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
17 Mar. 2026
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They were unearthed by the eagle eye of wunderkind antique dealer Jamie Sharp, a rising star in the world of vintage treasures and, so, a natural partner for The Vault.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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But whether or not the external accolades come, the recognition from her teammates carries more weight for UConn guard than any award ever could.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
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Bowman’s career was one steeped in accolades.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Expect a strong showing for Adolescence, the Netflix series that has dominated awards season.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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Marvel is now looking capitalize on the response and is planning to conduct an awards campaign for the show.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Mar. 2026
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Following his arrest, Maui Health said his medical staff privileges at Maui Memorial Medical Center have been suspended pending investigation.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Parents and community members may be seated immediately upon completion of their criminal background checks, with full voting privileges.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For example, as the AJC’s Avery Newmark reports, entrepreneur and athlete Jesse Itzler has logged more than 50,000 lifetime miles and credits the Galloway Method with completing 100‑mile races without ever dropping out.—
Nicole Bennett,
AJC.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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Labes credits her unsung hero with saving her life.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Considered a national hero for Finns, his trophies are displayed in a glass cabinet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Heritage Gallery displays trophies, rings, and memorabilia from the team’s five Super Bowl victories.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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The showstopper was a two-and-a-half-pound horsehair crab, one of the glories of Hokkaido's coastal waters, presented whole and then steamed and shelled.—
Alex Halberstadt,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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And if the hypotheticals are not enough to dissuade, history is littered with teams trading away their future for immediate glories, seeing their plans implode, and being left with a ruinous future that becomes a hopeless present while another team reaps the benefits.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Honors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honors. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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