HONOR

• (noun) a woman's virtue or chastity

  synonyms : honour , pureness , purity

• (noun) the quality of being honorable and having a good name

  "a man of honor"

  synonyms : honour

• (noun) a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

  "an award for bravery"

  synonyms : accolade , award , honour , laurels

  Nobel Prize is considered as the highest accolade any scientist can receive. -added by Administrator

  Oscar is the highest accolade any fim-maker can get or achieve in his lifetime. -added by priyavanjeri

• (noun) the state of being honored

  synonyms : honour , laurels

• (verb) accept as pay

  "we honor checks and drafts"

  synonyms : honour

• (verb) show respect towards

  "honor your parents!"

  synonyms : abide by , honour , observe , respect

• (verb) bestow honor or rewards upon

  "Today we honor our soldiers", "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"

  synonyms : honour , reward

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