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How to pronounce honor
Say it like this: /ˈɑ.nɚ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does honor mean?
nounRecognition 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.
“His honor was unstained.”
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.
“military honors; civil honors”
verbTo 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.”
intjOn one's honor; truthfully.
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