Synonyms of honour

Noun


1. honor, honour, laurels, standing

usage: the state of being honored

2. award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels, symbol

usage: a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"

3. honor, honour, righteousness

usage: the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor"

4. honor, honour, purity, pureness, virtue, chastity, sexual morality

usage: a woman's virtue or chastity

Verb


1. honor, honour, reward, recognize, recognise

usage: bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"

2. respect, honor, honour, abide by, observe, accept

usage: show respect towards; "honor your parents!"

3. honor, honour, accept, take, have

usage: accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"

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Definition and meaning of honour (Dictionary)