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

If goals diverge, name the common aim, then suggest a simple route that honors both needs, and your upbeat spirit will make consensus easier. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 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

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

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

Noun

She was accepted into Stanford University’s doctoral program after graduating with honors from Bryn Mawr College, but stumbled into a long career as a newswoman. — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026

The former Alabama and Michigan transfer was named to the Maxwell Award preseason watchlist Monday and earned preseason All-ACC first-team honors. — Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Chivas Brothers led the honors with exceptional bottlings from Aberlour, The Glenlivet and Longmorn. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Robinson has earned Pro Bowl honors twice and has emerged as the centerpiece of the Falcons' offense. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026

Tétart's season was so dominant that French media was stunned when the shredded center didn't win league MVP honors. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Commissioner Olivia Trusty’s most recent financial disclosure said Paramount gave her two tickets to the December 2025 honors gala that together were worth more than $12,000. — Corey G. Johnson, ProPublica, 3 Aug. 2026

Thomas had already earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering, both with honors, according to Guinness. — Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 3 Aug. 2026

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