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
Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
The prestigious organization honors outstanding achievements in television and enduring contributions to the medium’s heritage through the TCA Awards each year.
—Anne Easton, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The House of Representatives adopted the resolution, which honors Kirk's life and legacy and condemns political violence, in a largely bipartisan vote on Friday.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
The result is a celestial feast that honors the harvest, connects you to global equinox rituals, and turns a simple night under the stars into a communal rite of renewal.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2025
How Margot Robbie subtly honors her mom in her latest movie.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Also known as an honor or hero’s walk, the tradition honors the life of an organ donor before the harvesting process begins.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
Also known as an honor or hero’s walk, the tradition honors the life of an organ donor before the harvesting process begins.
—Cara Anthony, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Here's how Marissa Lovell remembers and honors her father, former Marquette University President Michael Lovell, one mile at a time.
—Steven Martinez, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Ryan Barrett won medalist honors with a score of 33 for East Bridgewater (5-2) in a 117-73 nonleague win over Cardinal Spellman.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 20 Sep. 2025
But Rebordinos says the festival’s true identity comes through in its Donostia Awards, San Sebastian’s signature career honors.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
While many Americans assume such honors are reserved for British citizens or celebrities, the reality is much broader.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
In other cases, strong applicants were pulled across state lines by a hefty discount or a boutique academic experience, such as an honors college.
—Jeffrey Selingo, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2025
The college has received several honors, including being listed among the top 10 associate degree producers in annual rankings by Diverse Issues in Education.
—Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Mara Brock Akil is set to receive one of the industry’s highest honors at this year’s Hollywood Confidential, where the trailblazing writer and producer will be celebrated with the ICON Award.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Sep. 2025
Michelle graduated with honors from Florida International University and was a 2025 National Press Foundation Covering Workplace Mental Health fellow and a 2020-2021 Poynter-Koch Media & Journalism fellow.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
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The memorial — which honors veterans from World War I, World War II, and the Korean War — is in front of the police station.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
The prestigious organization honors outstanding achievements in television and enduring contributions to the medium’s heritage through the TCA Awards each year.
—Anne Easton, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The House of Representatives adopted the resolution, which honors Kirk's life and legacy and condemns political violence, in a largely bipartisan vote on Friday.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
The result is a celestial feast that honors the harvest, connects you to global equinox rituals, and turns a simple night under the stars into a communal rite of renewal.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2025
How Margot Robbie subtly honors her mom in her latest movie.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Also known as an honor or hero’s walk, the tradition honors the life of an organ donor before the harvesting process begins.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
Also known as an honor or hero’s walk, the tradition honors the life of an organ donor before the harvesting process begins.
—Cara Anthony, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Here's how Marissa Lovell remembers and honors her father, former Marquette University President Michael Lovell, one mile at a time.
—Steven Martinez, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
Bueckers was voted a starter in the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game and won Rookie of the Month honors in June, July and August.
—Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Ryan Barrett won medalist honors with a score of 33 for East Bridgewater (5-2) in a 117-73 nonleague win over Cardinal Spellman.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 20 Sep. 2025
But Rebordinos says the festival’s true identity comes through in its Donostia Awards, San Sebastian’s signature career honors.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
While many Americans assume such honors are reserved for British citizens or celebrities, the reality is much broader.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
In other cases, strong applicants were pulled across state lines by a hefty discount or a boutique academic experience, such as an honors college.
—Jeffrey Selingo, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2025
The college has received several honors, including being listed among the top 10 associate degree producers in annual rankings by Diverse Issues in Education.
—Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Mara Brock Akil is set to receive one of the industry’s highest honors at this year’s Hollywood Confidential, where the trailblazing writer and producer will be celebrated with the ICON Award.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Sep. 2025
Michelle graduated with honors from Florida International University and was a 2025 National Press Foundation Covering Workplace Mental Health fellow and a 2020-2021 Poynter-Koch Media & Journalism fellow.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honors
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The Roberto Clemente Award annually recognizes the player who represents baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy, and positive contributions, both on and off the field.—
John Perrotto,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Bringing Poggi back to Ann Arbor was a sign that Moore recognizes the value of a strong support system.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Objetos De Arte For handicrafts and decorative objects, head to Casa Chiqui, a boutique packed with treasures from founder Chiqui de Echavarría’s travels.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
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Take the quiz here … RUINED SPLENDOR – Ancient estate tied to group in Bible unearthed with 'fascinating' treasures in Israel.—
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FOXNews.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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During its run, This Is Us was nominated 39 times at the Emmy Awards, winning four accolades overall.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
20 Sep. 2025
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Over the last decade, Through Her Lens has supported upwards of 50 films as well as hundreds of women and nonbinary writers, producers and directors, who Rosenthal noted have gone on to different distribution deals and accolades across various platforms.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Sep. 2025
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Robust expansion and awards campaign to come with engagements in LA and San Francisco next weekend, expanding to the top 25 markets in early October.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
21 Sep. 2025
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But over the course of the season, Ned convinces his team of misfits that actual reporting is the way to success — leading eventually to three nominations at the local journalism awards.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
21 Sep. 2025
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Thanks to the flaw, the hackers were able to crack the credentials and gain administrative privileges to accounts on Ascension’s Microsoft Active Directory server, which can be harnessed to manage user accounts and applications over a company’s network.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
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If convicted for the deaths of Michaud and Snyder, each charge carries a possible $100,000 fine, 40 years in prison and the loss of her driving privileges for up to five years.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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Sal's 15 minutes of fame, then, is a waking nightmare for Rogen's character — especially since Kravitz also thanks him during her climactic speech instead of Matt.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Sep. 2025
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His numerous awards and trophies from local and state competitions are a testament to his skill.—
Diane Shaffer,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Palmeiras has won three Copa Libertadores titles, including back-to-back trophies in 2020 and 2021, and River Plate has won the trophy four times, with the last victory coming against rivals Boca Juniors in the 2018 final.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Since taking the reins as the CEO of its racing division in late 2016, Brown has overseen McLaren’s evolution from a team stuck in the shadow of past glories to one that now sits atop the F1 world once more.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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The poet’s reminiscences form the core of several poems that rank among the glories of twentieth-century American literature.—
Dan Chiasson,
New Yorker,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Honors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honors. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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