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
Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
The Dragons lead the race for the University Interscholastic League’s Lone Star Cup, which honors Texas’ best athletic and academic programs in every classification.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
Creating change that honors both your personal freedom and the need for security.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
The Motion Picture Showperson of the Year Award honors individuals who exemplify innovation, creativity and showmanship in the development of motion pictures.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Feb. 2026
The ceremony honors music artists and industry professionals with awards and features performances from special guests.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
The song not only honors the couple's relationship but also captures Warren's growth over the past five years.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Feb. 2026
Whether or not the NFL regularly honors those words, the 76-year-old Tisch should be fined, suspended and prohibited from participating in any team or league activities for some period of time.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
The style honors The Forum, the historic arena that the Los Angeles Lakers called home from 1967 to 1999.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Jan. 2026
Hillel Italie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Rodríguez played 13 seasons (1991-2002 and 2009) with the Rangers, earning league MVP honors in 1999 and leading the team to its first ever postseason appearance.
—José Sánchez Córdova, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
Hagens, the Bruins’ top amateur prospect (7th overall pick last June), earned Beanpot MVP honors after recording two goals and three assists for five points in the two-game tournament.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Of course, she wasn’t even born when Jordan was winning championships and MVP honors for the Chicago Bulls, but Jordan’s influence was passed down by her mother, Jennifer Houze.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The annual award celebrates innovation in the creation and development of motion pictures and honors individuals who represent that special spirit of showmanship.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
He's earned All-Star honors five times, including each of the past four years.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Her work has been recognized with Cannes Lions, One Show Pencils, CLIOS, Effies and AICP honors.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
Mapu played inspired then and throughout his Sac State career, which included earning Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2022.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Unveiled in 2024 as part of the National Statuary Hall Collection, the statue honors Graham’s life and gospel ministry.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
The Dragons lead the race for the University Interscholastic League’s Lone Star Cup, which honors Texas’ best athletic and academic programs in every classification.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
Creating change that honors both your personal freedom and the need for security.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
The Motion Picture Showperson of the Year Award honors individuals who exemplify innovation, creativity and showmanship in the development of motion pictures.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Feb. 2026
The ceremony honors music artists and industry professionals with awards and features performances from special guests.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
The song not only honors the couple's relationship but also captures Warren's growth over the past five years.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Feb. 2026
Whether or not the NFL regularly honors those words, the 76-year-old Tisch should be fined, suspended and prohibited from participating in any team or league activities for some period of time.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
The style honors The Forum, the historic arena that the Los Angeles Lakers called home from 1967 to 1999.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Jan. 2026
Noun
Officials have yet to say whether such long-running traditions as the Mark Twain Award for comedy or the honors ceremony for lifetime contributions to the arts will continue while the center is closed.
—Hillel Italie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Rodríguez played 13 seasons (1991-2002 and 2009) with the Rangers, earning league MVP honors in 1999 and leading the team to its first ever postseason appearance.
—José Sánchez Córdova, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
Hagens, the Bruins’ top amateur prospect (7th overall pick last June), earned Beanpot MVP honors after recording two goals and three assists for five points in the two-game tournament.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Of course, she wasn’t even born when Jordan was winning championships and MVP honors for the Chicago Bulls, but Jordan’s influence was passed down by her mother, Jennifer Houze.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The annual award celebrates innovation in the creation and development of motion pictures and honors individuals who represent that special spirit of showmanship.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
He's earned All-Star honors five times, including each of the past four years.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Her work has been recognized with Cannes Lions, One Show Pencils, CLIOS, Effies and AICP honors.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
Mapu played inspired then and throughout his Sac State career, which included earning Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2022.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honors
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The prize recognizes young designers who are making a difference through sustainable practices or community engagement.—
Violet Goldstone,
Footwear News,
8 Feb. 2026
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National Life Group sponsors the LifeChanger of the Year award, an annual program that recognizes kindergarten through high school educators.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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But the role Hough most treasures these days is also his newest—dad.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
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Visit your favorite thrift stores regularly to uncover new treasures.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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Her work was not only applauded by critics and fans but also earned her industry accolades, including a Golden Globe award and two Actor Awards (formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards).—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Chalamet has yet to go that route, and still made plenty of money (and earned the kind of accolades that don’t need to be sparked by Marvel or DC gigs) along the way.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 Feb. 2026
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The singer walked in on a vignette of a couple watching Bad Bunny at the awards ceremony with their young son.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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The singer grew up watching his idols win awards on television, and eventually, those idols began handing him the awards.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The former Duke of York was stripped of all of his royal titles and privileges by his older brother King Charles back in October.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
8 Feb. 2026
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Families can still teach money skills and responsibility by giving allowance separately and using praise or privileges to encourage self-care.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
7 Feb. 2026
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Watkinson credits local bartender Steve Foster for helping popularize the Flatliner.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Savannah Guthrie credits her mother with inspiring her religious beliefs.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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As the discipline grew in popularity, Warren’s students began to take home trophies from tournaments across the country and internationally.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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These teams have won all 31 major women's hockey trophies in history, including combining to win all seven Olympic hockey titles.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
10 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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Thwarted and truncated directorial careers are among the depressing glories of the art of movies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
17 Jan. 2026
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“Honors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honors. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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