as in to recognize
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 integrity
faithfulness to high moral standards
the mayor, a man of honor, never broke a promise to the voters
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as in treasure
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 glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day
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as in award
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 privilege
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 honor
Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2025
Many within the wrestling community and her devoted fanbase argue that her achievements, including her groundbreaking reigns as both the Women's and Intercontinental Champion, warrant a separate and distinct honor.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.
—Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
For instance, the international feature category currently honors the submitting country, not the director — even though the director’s name is engraved on the Oscar statuette.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
Caccia will deliver a Mass in Francis’ honor at St. Patrick’s on Saturday.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2025
Many within the wrestling community and her devoted fanbase argue that her achievements, including her groundbreaking reigns as both the Women's and Intercontinental Champion, warrant a separate and distinct honor.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
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Modular space existed, but the application has accelerated as corporations, school districts and builders recognize the efficiency and expense benefits.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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While at the event, George was recognized for his work with the Pope's arts foundation, Scholas Occurrentes, and was presented with the Olive Medal of Peace.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Given influencer marketing's rise to a multi-billion-dollar industry, integrity is more important now than ever.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Grant Lancaster,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Vatican Museums encompass a centuries-old collection of art and artifacts, including treasures of Renaissance and Baroque painting and sculpture, as well as modern masterworks by Paul Gauguin, Salvador Dalí, and Pablo Picasso, among others.—
Tessa Solomon for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2025
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Beneath the surface, the land holds rare treasures: titanite crystals shimmering along the Mirage Trail—offering not just geological intrigue but creative direction.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Players, coaching staff and fans all celebrated together on the pitch and in the club’s bar after the game, singing, dancing and revelling in title glory.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Harris and several co-owners, including Mitch Rales and Mark Ein, grew up as Washington football fans during that era, which included the glory days of three Super Bowl championships from 1982-91.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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Blue Ivy has been involved in several significant moments in her mother's career, including appearances at award shows and in music videos.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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This follows two previous waves of cancellations, in April, that terminated over a thousand awards.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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Erie Meyer, former chief technologist at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, resigned in February after DOGE members began asking for data privileges.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Parents have the privilege and opportunity to establish the foundation for leadership by encouraging autonomy, nurturing leader identity, and making room for failure, learning, and growth.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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In one of the clips Gabrielle shared, Theresa stood in front of a ‘78’ cake covered in yellow flowers and expressed her gratitude ‘thanking God for a beautiful sunshine day.’ Half & Half Actress Essence Atkins was also there to celebrate mama Theresa and commented on Union’s post.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Saying 'please' and 'thank you' to ChatGPT costs millions of dollars, CEO says Duolingo adds chess to educational offers.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Lennox’s honesty sparked a wave of support from fellow artists then, including Kehlani and T-Pain, who empathized with her struggles and encouraged her to pursue independence.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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And increasingly, honesty is what consumers are willing to pay for.—
Zoe Bayliss Wong,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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