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

In 2011, Norris was inducted into Northern Illinois University’s Northern Star Hall of Fame, which honors former students, advisers and friends of the university’s student newspaper. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

The Vantage Award, presented to Domingo, honors an artist who is helping to challenge dominant narratives around cinema. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

The new Whitney Houston Barbie honors a woman whose voice, grace, beauty, and spirit inspired generations around the world. — Alexis Mikulski Ruiz, VIBE.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The annual award honors an Asian film professional or organization for exceptional contributions to the advancement of Asian cinema. — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026

Karl Smesko honors Angel Reese via T-shirt during the team’s recent Barbie Night. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Mount Rushmore National Memorial The sculpting feat on the eastern edge of the Black Hills honors four presidents. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 5 Aug. 2026

That vote took place on the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, which honors the memory of Africans who were enslaved over centuries. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2026

The pair also shared the touching inspiration behind their son’s unique middle name, which honors three important people in their lives. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

Noun

Miller also asked Marco Rubio who his favorite rapper is, and the secretary of state gave the honors to Tupac. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 12 Aug. 2026

Some incoming freshmen, including honors students, moved in earlier this week. — Leondra Head, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

The 2024-25 Kansas Gatorade player of the year last season as a freshman earned first-team all-Big Ten and AVCA all-Pacific Region honors. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026

Swift's songwriting honors Swift's Nashville induction comes two months after she was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in New York City, becoming the youngest female songwriter ever inducted into the organization. — Bryan West, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026

In 2026, the glamorous family returned to the Golden Eve event, where Helen Mirren and Sarah Jessica Parker received honors. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026

More preseason honors for Malachi Toney The accolades continue to roll in for star Hurricanes wide receiver Malachi Toney ahead of his sophomore season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026

Hugh is murdered in the street by Jon Roxton, one of the conspirators, but the bowl-cut-sporting swordsman already had a big duel with Daemon in the first Battle of Tumbleton, so maybe somebody else will get the honors. — James Grebey, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026

The longtime festival favorite pits chefs against one another for both Judges' Choice and People's Choice honors. — Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026