Honorees: meaning, definitions and examples
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honorees
[ ˌɒn.əˈriːz ]
awards ceremony
Individuals who are being recognized or awarded for their achievements or contributions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The honorees of the evening included scientists, activists, and artists.
- She was one of the honorees at the prestigious award ceremony.
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.