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honor
/ˈɒnər/
respect and high regard
She was awarded an honor for her bravery.
She received recognition for her courageous actions.
formal
High respect or esteem given to someone or something
The soldier was given the highest honor for his service.
The soldier received the most prestigious award for his dedication.
Often used in formal contexts, such as awards, titles, or ceremonies.
formal
A person's good name or reputation
He fought to defend his family's honor.
He took action to protect his family's reputation.
Common in historical or cultural contexts where reputation is highly valued.
formal
To regard with great respect or admiration
We honor our ancestors by remembering their contributions.
We show respect for our ancestors by acknowledging their achievements.
Often used in ceremonies or formal speeches.
Collocations
honor someone's requestto respect and fulfill someone's requesthonor codea set of principles or rules that guide behaviorhonor rolla list of students with high academic achievement
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Pro Tip
Formal Usage
Use 'honor' in formal contexts, such as awards, ceremonies, or when discussing reputation.
Gold Rule
Respect and Reputation
'Honor' can refer to both the respect given to someone and the reputation of a person or family.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'honour,' from Old French 'honor,' from Latin 'honor,' meaning 'honor, dignity, office, rank.'
Usage Notes
The word 'honor' is often used in formal or ceremonial contexts. It can refer to respect given to someone or something, or it can refer to a person's reputation. In some cultures, honor is closely tied to family or social standing.
Word Breakdown
honor
respect or high regard
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