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 anniversary marks India’s National Fire Service Day, which honors the firefighters who lost their lives fighting the blaze that day. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Aug. 2026

Any empty feeling at Empty Sky Caution tape clings to a fence outside the memorial, which honors the 749 New Jersey residents killed on 9/11. — Adi Guajardo, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Sarah Vie honors two women who have transformed their pain into advocacy for others. — Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026

In 2017, Nicolas and Éric Altmayer received the César Academy’s Daniel Toscan du Plantier Award, which honors French producers. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026

In 2017, Nicolas and Éric Altmayer received the honorary Daniel Toscan du Plantier César Award, which honors French producers. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026

Here, travelers can explore streets lined with artisan workshops and visit the Museum of Marble Crafts, which honors the island’s rich sculpting heritage. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026

The Fearrington Inn House Restaurant earned a Forbes Star Award earlier this year, which honors luxury hotel and fine dining restaurants across the globe, CharloteFive previously reported. — Eva Flowe august 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026

Later, the Moon opposes Saturn in your 1st House of Identity, asking whether an agreement still honors your own limits. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026

Noun

The film screened at the Berlinale and won the Golden Biznaga for best Ibero-American film, along with Silver Biznaga honors for best director and cinematography at the Málaga International Film Festival. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

Overall, 24 Bulldogs have earned preseason honors over that span. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 19 Aug. 2026

Chicago Blackhawks The honors here go to Montreal winger Alex Smart, who had a hat trick and added an assist for four points against the Hawks midway through the 1942-43 season. — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

As a freshman last season, Ehler racked up 298 digs, 196 kills and 57 aces for Andrean (16-16, 10-2), earning All-Northwest Crossroads Conference and all-district honors. — Noah Poser, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

Defensive lineman A’Mauri Washington and safety Koi Perich are the Oregon players joining Moore, who edged out Mississippi's Trinidad Chambliss for first-team honors. — ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026

Watch out for sophomore Kymani Williams, headed for All-City honors. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

After graduating with honors from the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, the Pittsburgh native passed a rigorous examination, making history in a field dominated by men. — USA Today, 18 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