Honored: meaning, definitions and examples

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honored

[ ˈɑnərd ]

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feeling

Showing or characterized by honor and respect.

Synonyms

admired, esteemed, respected

Examples of usage

She felt honored to receive the award.
We were honored to have the opportunity to meet the President.

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action

To regard or treat with honor or respect.

Synonyms

adhere to, fulfill, respect

Examples of usage

He honored his commitment to help the community.
She honored her promise to always be there for her friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "honored" in other languages:

🇵🇹 honrado

🇮🇳 सम्मानित

🇩🇪 geehrt

🇮🇩 terhormat

🇺🇦 шанований

🇵🇱 uhonorowany

🇯🇵 尊敬される

🇫🇷 honoré

🇪🇸 honrado

🇹🇷 onurlandırılmış

🇰🇷 존경받는

🇸🇦 مكرم

🇨🇿 poctěný

🇸🇰 ocenený

🇨🇳 荣幸

🇸🇮 časten

🇮🇸 heiðraður

🇰🇿 құрметті

🇬🇪 პატივცემული

🇦🇿 şərəfli

🇲🇽 honrado

Word origin

The word 'honored' originated from the Old French word 'honourer', which came from the Latin word 'honōrāre', meaning 'to esteem, respect'. The concept of honor has been valued in various cultures throughout history, representing a sense of respect, dignity, and integrity.