Honors: meaning, definitions and examples

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honors

[ ˈɑːnərz ]

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award

Honors are special awards or distinctions given to someone in recognition of their achievements or qualities.

Synonyms

awards, commendations, distinctions

Examples of usage

She received honors for her outstanding academic performance.
He was awarded honors for his contributions to the community.

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respect

Honors can also refer to high respect or esteem shown to someone.

Synonyms

admiration, esteem, respect

Examples of usage

He was held in high honors by his colleagues.
She was treated with honors for her years of service.

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show respect

To honor someone means to show them respect or esteem.

Synonyms

acknowledge, admire, respect

Examples of usage

They honored the veterans with a ceremony.
She honored her mentor by following in their footsteps.

Translations

Translations of the word "honors" in other languages:

🇵🇹 honras

🇮🇳 सम्मान

🇩🇪 Ehrungen

🇮🇩 kehormatan

🇺🇦 почесті

🇵🇱 honory

🇯🇵 栄誉

🇫🇷 honneurs

🇪🇸 honores

🇹🇷 onurlar

🇰🇷 명예

🇸🇦 تكريمات

🇨🇿 pocty

🇸🇰 pocty

🇨🇳 荣誉

🇸🇮 časti

🇮🇸 heiður

🇰🇿 құрмет

🇬🇪 პატივისცემა

🇦🇿 şərəf

🇲🇽 honores

Word origin

The word 'honors' originated from Middle English 'honours', which came from Old French 'onor', ultimately derived from Latin 'honos' meaning 'dignity' or 'reverence'. The concept of honors has been present in various cultures throughout history as a way to recognize and show respect for individuals' accomplishments.