Honor
/ˈɒn.ə/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:8 ptsWWF:8 pts5 letters
Definition of Honor
noun
- Recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful)
"The crowds gave the returning general much honor and praise."
- The state of being morally upright, honest, noble, virtuous, and magnanimous; excellence of character; the perception of such a state; favourable reputation; dignity
"He was a most perfect knight, for he had great honor and chivalry."
- A token of praise or respect; something that represents praiseworthiness or respect, such as a prize or award given by the state to a citizen
"Audie Murphy received many honors, such as the Distinguished Service Cross."
- A privilege
"I had the honour of dining with the ambassador."
- (in the plural) the privilege of going first
"I'll let you have the honours, Bob—go ahead."
verb
- To think of highly, to respect highly; to show respect for; to recognise the importance or spiritual value of
"The freedom fighters will be forever remembered and honored by the people."
- To conform to, abide by, act in accordance with (an agreement, treaty, promise, request, or the like)
"I trusted you, but you have not honored your promise."
- To confer (bestow) an honour or privilege upon (someone)
"Ten members of the profession were honored at the ceremony."
- To make payment in respect of (a cheque, banker's draft, etc.)
"I'm sorry Sir, but the bank did not honour your cheque."
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Synonyms & Antonyms
SYNONYMS
chivalrygentlemanlinessgloryworthy
ANTONYMS
dishonorcontemptdespise