Honor Definition & Meaning
honor
- noun
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
- the state of being honored
- the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor"
- a woman's virtue or chastity
- verb
- bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
- show respect towards; "honor your parents!"
- accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"
"Honor" in song lyrics
See how honor is used in real songs:
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"F'real, I feel, I deserve a badge of honor"
7L & Esoteric — Knockout (Victory Lap) -
"Who's the illest? I plead the fifth, your honor"
9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Rap Disease -
"Streets, stages, studios, and mic honor"
Abstract Rude, Prevail, Moka Only — Jam Packed
Words that rhyme with honor
Usage tips for "honor"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "honor" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for honor to find words that pair well.
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- What does honor mean?
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery" the state of being honored the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor" a woman's virtue or chastity bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action" show respect towards; "honor your parents!" accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"
- What part of speech is honor?
- Honor is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does honor have?
- Honor has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).