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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
high public value or respect.
The mayor holds a place of honor in our community.- synonyms:
- distinction, esteem, respect
- antonyms:
- contempt, dishonor, scorn, shame
- similar words:
- admiration, approval, credit, face, favor, glory, note, prestige, reputation
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definition 2: |
the state of having a good character and honest behavior.
A person of honor will not cheat her friends.- synonyms:
- honesty, integrity, truthfulness, uprightness
- similar words:
- chivalry, face, morality, virtue
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definition 3: |
acknowledgement or recognition.
We celebrate this day in honor of our nation's founder.She received a medal in honor of her academic achievement. |
definition 4: |
a special award.
The soldiers who fought in that battle received honors from the general.- synonyms:
- award, tribute
- antonyms:
- demerit
- similar words:
- acknowledgment, decoration, laurels, prize, recognition, reward, trophy
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definition 5: |
a privilege that makes you feel proud.
It is an honor to meet you, Sir Charles.- synonyms:
- privilege
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definition 6: |
a source of pride or credit.
That doctor is an honor to her profession.- synonyms:
- credit, pride and joy
- antonyms:
- disgrace
- similar words:
- advantage, benefit, glory, joy, ornament, plus
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related words: |
account, character, good, praise, truth |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
honors, honoring, honored |
definition 1: |
to feel or show respect or admiration for.
We honored our mother on Mother's Day.- synonyms:
- admire, esteem, respect
- antonyms:
- abuse, disrespect
- similar words:
- appreciate, consecrate, favor, prize, revere, value
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definition 2: |
to give a special award or recognition to.
The world champions were honored by the President.- synonyms:
- reward
- antonyms:
- humiliate
- similar words:
- acclaim, commend, decorate, praise, recognize
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related words: |
admire, adore, applaud, bless, commemorate, compliment, distinguish, glorify, toast, worship |
derivation: |
honorless (adj.) |
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