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

Gardner’s ideal bite features smoke balanced by the texture of a good char, which honors meat that has been cooking for hours, if not days. — Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026

Suggest a brief pause for reflection, then return with a clear offer that honors your privacy while keeping the bond steady. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 26 June 2026

Nine people joined the Forbes CMO Hall of Fame this year, which honors those who have been on the list five times. — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

The sign honors not the most prestigious Royal or Chief or other prominent athlete. — Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026

Choosing a real destination that honors market realities is an act of self-respect. — Daren Smith, IndieWire, 24 June 2026

The event honors the scientists responsible for advances in gene therapy, neurodegenerative disease and theories of fundamental particles. — Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026

The statue honors the service and sacrifice of first responders and depicts Rose Conroy, the first woman to serve as chief of a professional municipal fire department in California, House said. — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026

Friday, July 3 — Wings of FreedomWings of Freedom honors the American instinct to rise, transforming imagination into lift and discipline into forward motion. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 25 June 2026

Noun

That dedication earned him one of sports broadcasting's highest honors. — Faysal Aalen, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Having earned top honors in Stakes company in four consecutive years, Hit Show has been a warrior. — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

He has been selected to 22 All-Star teams and has earned 20 All-NBA honors. — Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 30 June 2026

The Hall of Fame honors persons who have made outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television over a lifetime career or via singular achievements. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 30 June 2026

His work has earned state and national honors, and his reporting continues to shape important conversations around equity, justice and community in Atlanta. — AJC.com, 30 June 2026

After presenting the honors at the investiture at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the monarch donned a top hat for a garden party at the palace with Queen Camilla, Princess Anne and Prince Edward. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Six months later, Greer is thrilled with how Emerson handled the attention during a spectacular season that culminated in Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year honors. — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 1 July 2026

In fact, Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger not only wore the green dot in 2025 but was eventually rewarded with Defensive Rookie of the Year honors for his efforts. — Miami Herald, 1 July 2026