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Synonyms & Similar Words
Respecting
admiring
revering
esteeming
valuing
praising
commending
applauding
recognizing
acknowledging
celebrating
commemorating
glorifying
exalting
venerating
worshiping
paying tribute
tributing
saluting
eulogizing
lauding
honoring
hailing
greeting
welcoming
fetting
feting
toasting
extolling
magnifying
dignifying
ennobling
aggrandizing
amplifying
Meaning of Honoring
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, honoring refers to the act of showing respect or admiration for someone or something, often by giving a public award or celebration.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines honoring as the act of showing respect, admiration, or tribute to someone or something, often through a ceremony or formal recognition.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines honoring as the act of showing respect or admiration for someone or something, often by doing something special to celebrate or recognize them.
Example Uses
- The city will be honoring the retired mayor with a parade and a ceremony to recognize his years of service.
- The company is honoring its employees who have been with the company for over 20 years with a special award.
- The family will be honoring their deceased loved one with a memorial service and a donation to their favorite charity.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Disregarding
disrespecting
ignoring
neglecting
disregarding
demeaning
debasing
degrading
belittling
mocking
ridiculing
scorning
shaming
humiliating
insulting
offending
slighting
snubbing
spurning
rejecting
denying
refusing
dismissing