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HONOR

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Honor.

How to pronounce honor:

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Honor - as a noun

The state of being honored

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honour9laurels7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
standing10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dishonor12

The quality of being honorable and having a good name

Example: "A man of honor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honour9
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dishonor12

A woman's virtue or chastity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honour9pureness10purity11

Honor - as a verb

Bestow honor or rewards upon

Example: "Today we honor our soldiers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honour9reward10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
recognise12recognize21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dishonor12

Show respect towards

Example: "Honor your parents!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abide byhonour9observe12respect11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accept12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Accept as pay

Example: "We honor checks and drafts"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honour9
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dishonor12

Example Sentences

"He received a medal for his outstanding honor in the military."
"It is a great honor for me to be speaking at this prestigious event."
"She has brought honor to her family by winning the award."
"The school principal commended him for his honesty and honor."
"The company's code of honor promotes fairness and respect among employees."
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Word Game Points

Is HONOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, honor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HONOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is HONOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, honor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HONOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is HONOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, honor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HONOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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