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honor

US /ˈɑnɚ/

noun, verb Core · B1 Nhân sự

Definition

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.

Examples

It is an honor to receive this award from the association.

Word Family

NounNoun
honor gốc honoree honoring
VerbVerb
honor gốc
AdjectiveAdj
honorary honorable
AdverbAdv
honorably

Synonyms

  • privilegea special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all
  • respect(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
  • tributesomething given or done as an expression of esteem

Collocations

  • Easy guest of honor
    describing guest of honor (a visitor to whom hospitality is extended)
  • Medium honor agreement terms
    to honor agreement terms, meaning to bestow honor or rewards upon
  • Hard posthumous honor bestowed by state
    describing posthumous honor bestowed by state (occurring or coming into existence after a person's death)
  • Very Hard honor-bound to maintain confidentiality
    a collocation phrase: honor-bound to maintain confidentiality

Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.