honoring US
ˈɒnərɪŋ
See also: honouring (UK)
Definition Synonyms

Definition of honoring - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
tributeUSpaying tribute to someone's achievementsUS
  • An honoring speech highlighted her contributions.
celebrating commemorating
2.
respectfulUSshowing respect or admiration for someoneUS
  • The honoring ceremony was deeply moving.
admiring respectful

Noun

1.
respectUSact of showing respect or tributeUS
  • The honoring of veterans is an important tradition..
celebrating commemorating respecting
2.
celebrationUSceremony or event to recognize achievementUS
  • The honoring included speeches and awards.
commemoration recognition tribute
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Origin of honoring

Latin, honorare (to honor)

Terms with honoring included in their meaning

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tribute
structure or event honoring a person or event
festive outing
set time for fun, meeting friends, or honoring a special occasion
remembrance
structure honoring those who died in a war
remembrance
related to a monument or ceremony honoring the dead
funeral
speech honoring someone who has died
memorial event
ceremony for honoring a deceased person
ceremony
service honoring multiple deceased individuals
honoring deals
an agreement must be kept even if things change

Examples of honoring in a sentence

  • An honoring award was given to the retiring professor.
  • The honoring speech left everyone in tears.
  • An honoring gesture was made to the veterans.
  • The honoring of the heroes was a grand event.
  • Honoring the fallen soldiers is a solemn duty.
  • The honoring was attended by many dignitaries.

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  1. French:en hommage, hommage, ...
  2. German:ehrend, Ehrung, ...
  3. Italian:celebrativo, omaggio, ...
  4. Spanish:en honor, honor, ...
  5. Portuguese:de homenagem, homenagem, ...
  6. Chinese:表彰的, 致敬, ...
  7. Japanese:敬意を表する, 敬意を表すること, ...
  8. Arabic:تكريمي, تَكْرِيم, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוֹקִיר, כִּבּוּד, ...
  10. Russian:почётный, чествование, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вшанувальний, вшанування, ...
  12. Hindi:सम्मानजनक, सम्मान, ...
honor US
ˈɑnər
See also: honour (UK)

Definition of honor - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
respectUSrecognition of someone's importance or valueUS
  • He received honor for his bravery.
esteem regard reverence
2.
recognitionUStitle or award given as a mark of respectUS
  • He was bestowed the honor of knighthood.
accolade award distinction
3.
moral qualityUSquality of always doing what is right and honestUS
  • People respected her honor and trusted her decisions.
honesty integrity
4.
awardsUSprivilege that honors the personUS
  • It was an honor to meet the president.
accolade distinction privilege

Verb

tr.
1.
agreementsUSfulfill or adhere to an agreement or promiseUS
  • He promised to honor the contract terms.
adhere fulfill
2.
recognitionUSgive an award or privilege to someoneUS
  • The committee will honor her with a lifetime achievement award.
award bestow grant
3.
financeUSmake payment for a financial documentUS
  • The bank will honor the cheque upon presentation.
pay settle
4.
respectUSshow high respect or esteem for someoneUS
  • We honor our teachers on this special day.
admire respect
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Expressions with honor

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recognition for an undesirable or questionable achievement
He had the dubious honor of being the last to finish.
promise one is telling the truth
I swear, Scout's honor, I didn't take your book.
ironic symbol of pride for a negative trait
Being late became his badge of honor at work.
showing respect or admiration for someone or something
They held a ceremony in honor of the fallen soldiers.
celebratory lap by a winner or honoree
The athlete took a lap of honor after winning.
issue involving personal integrity or reputation
Defending his friend was a matter of honor.

Origin of honor

Latin, honor (honor)

Examples of honor in a sentence

  • She earned honor through her charitable work.
  • Receiving the honor was a highlight of his career.
  • The honor was awarded to her for her bravery.
  • He acted with honor despite the temptation.
  • Honor guided his choices throughout his life.
  • Receiving the scholarship was a great honor.

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  1. French:honneur, respecter, ...
  2. German:Anerkennung, einhalten, ...
  3. Italian:onore, onorare, ...
  4. Spanish:honor, cumplir, ...
  5. Portuguese:honra, cumprir, ...
  6. Chinese:荣誉, 履行, ...
  7. Japanese:名誉, 守る, ...
  8. Arabic:تَكريم, أَوْفَى بِـ, ...
  9. Hebrew:כָּבוֹד, לְכַבֵּד, ...
  10. Russian:почет, выполнять, ...
  11. Ukrainian:почесть, дотримуватися, ...
  12. Hindi:सम्मान, निभाना, ...

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