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Honor is a noun and verb that means respect, esteem, recognition, or integrity. It can also refer to a title, a symbol, a privilege, or a course of study. See synonyms, examples, and word history of honor.
HONOR definition: 1. US spelling of honour 2. a quality that combines respect, being proud, and honesty: 3. in order…. Learn more.
to show great respect for someone or something, especially in public: be honoured for He was honoured for his bravery. formal We are honoured (= proud and happy) to have you here tonight. I would be honoured to meet him. To honour a promise or agreement is to do what you said you would: They decided not to honour an existing order for aircraft.
noun. honesty, fairness, or integrity in one's beliefs and actions: a man of honor. Synonyms: uprightness, probity. Antonyms: dishonesty, dishonor. a source of credit or distinction: to be an honor to one's family. high respect, as for worth, merit, or rank: to be held in honor. Synonyms: veneration, reverence, homage, deference.
Honoring means showing high respect, esteem, or recognition for someone or something. It can also mean conferring distinction, accepting or paying something as valid, or observing formalities. See examples, idioms, and related words.
The term honor has always been a word used to describe men and women of high moral worth or great achievement. It can be used as either a noun or verb, and in many different settings. People graduate from college with honor, meaning they have outstanding grades. A woman of honor is pure and decent.
noun. 1. high regard or great respect given, received, or enjoyed. ; esp., a. glory; fame; renown. b. good reputation; credit. 2. a keen sense of right and wrong; adherence to action or principles considered right; integrity. to conduct oneself with honor. 3. a. chastity or purity. b. reputation for chastity. 4.
