Honorees: meaning, definitions and examples

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honorees

 

[ ˌɒn.əˈriːz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

awards ceremony

Individuals who are being recognized or awarded for their achievements or contributions.

Synonyms

awardees, recipients, winners

Examples of usage

  • The honorees of the evening included scientists, activists, and artists.
  • She was one of the honorees at the prestigious award ceremony.
Context #2 | Noun

social event

People who are guests of honor at a special event or gathering.

Synonyms

distinguished guests, guests of honor

Examples of usage

  • The honorees were seated at the head table during the banquet.
  • The charity event will feature celebrity honorees from the entertainment industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "honorees" in other languages:

🇵🇹 homenageados

🇮🇳 सम्मानित

🇩🇪 Preisträger

🇮🇩 penerima penghargaan

🇺🇦 лауреати

🇵🇱 laureaci

🇯🇵 受賞者

🇫🇷 lauréats

🇪🇸 galardonados

🇹🇷 ödül sahipleri

🇰🇷 수상자

🇸🇦 المكرمون

🇨🇿 ocenění

🇸🇰 ocenení

🇨🇳 获奖者

🇸🇮 nagrajenci

🇮🇸 verðlaunahafar

🇰🇿 марапатталғандар

🇬🇪 დაჯილდოებულები

🇦🇿 mükafatlandırılanlar

🇲🇽 galardonados

Word origin

The word 'honorees' is a plural form of the noun 'honoree', which originated from the word 'honor' in the late 16th century. The term 'honoree' refers to a person who is honored or receives recognition for their accomplishments. The concept of honoring individuals for their achievements has been a part of human culture for centuries, with ceremonies and events held to celebrate and acknowledge outstanding contributions.

See also: dishonor, dishonorable, dishonorably, dishonored, honorable, honorably, honored, honoring, honors, unhonored.