honor

//ˈɑnər//
B2Frequency Level 6Formal
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Noun

honorSingular
honorsPlural
1

high respect, esteem, or great reputation

He was a man of honor and integrity.

2

adherence to what is right or to a conventional standard of conduct; personal integrity

He is a man of honor who always keeps his word.

3

a privilege or special recognition given as a mark of respect

It was a great honor to be invited to speak at the ceremony.

Verb

honorInfinitive
honorPresent tense
honoredPast tense
honoredPast participle
honoringPresent participle
honorsThird-person singular
1

to regard or treat with great respect and esteem

We honor our teachers for their dedication and hard work.

2

to fulfill an obligation or keep an agreement

The company honored its contract with the workers.

Antonym

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