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Honouring: meaning, definitions and examples

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honouring

 

[ ˈɒnərɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

showing respect

Honouring is the act of showing great respect, admiration, or reverence towards someone or something. It can involve recognizing the achievements, qualities, or memories of an individual, group, or concept. This term is often associated with formal ceremonies, awards, or tributes. Honouring can also manifest in daily actions that display kindness and acknowledgment of others’ contributions.

Synonyms

celebrating, commemorating, respecting

Examples of usage

  • The community is honouring its veterans this weekend.
  • She received an award honouring her contributions to science.
  • We are honouring the memory of those who passed away.
  • He is always honouring his parents by speaking highly of them.

Translations

Translations of the word "honouring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 honrando

🇮🇳 सम्मानित करना

🇩🇪 ehren

🇮🇩 menghormati

🇺🇦 шануючи

🇵🇱 czcząc

🇯🇵 敬う

🇫🇷 honorant

🇪🇸 honrando

🇹🇷 onurlandırma

🇰🇷 존경하며

🇸🇦 تكريم

🇨🇿 uctívání

🇸🇰 uctievajúci

🇨🇳 尊敬

🇸🇮 častiti

🇮🇸 heiðra

🇰🇿 құрметтеу

🇬🇪 პატივისცემა

🇦🇿 hörmət etmək

🇲🇽 honrando

Etymology

The word 'honour' traces its origins back to the Latin word 'honorem', meaning 'glory, esteem, or dignity'. In Old French, it became 'onour', which retained the same meanings of respect and esteem. Over time, in Middle English, it evolved into 'honour'. The concept has historically been tied to social structures, where honour played a significant role in defining one's status and reputation within society. The verb 'to honour' implies actively acknowledging the worth of something or someone, making it a crucial term in various ceremonies and cultural practices. The practice can be seen in numerous civilizations and traditions, indicating its universal importance across human history in recognizing and valifying the achievements and memories of others.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,474, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.