HONOURS Synonyms
There are 11 hypernyms of the word honours. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for HONOURS
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honor | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction • the state of being honored • the quality of being honorable and having a good name • a woman's virtue or chastity verb • bestow honor or rewards upon • show respect towards • accept as pay | ||||||||
laurels | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction • the state of being honored | ||||||||
accolade | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction | ||||||||
award | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a grant made by a law court • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction • something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery verb • give, especially as an honor or reward • give as judged due or on the basis of merit | ||||||||
chivalry | nounn | |||||||
noun • courtesy towards women • the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct | ||||||||
gentlemanliness | nounn | |||||||
noun • Gentlemanly behaviour, characteristics of or pertaining to being a gentleman. | ||||||||
glory | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of high honor • brilliant radiant beauty • an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint verb • rejoice proudly | ||||||||
observe | verbv | |||||||
verb • discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes • make mention of • observe with care or pay close attention to • watch attentively • show respect towards • behave as expected during of holidays or rites • follow with the eyes or the mind • stick to correctly or closely • conform one's action or practice to | ||||||||
pureness | nounn | |||||||
noun • being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material • the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil • a woman's virtue or chastity | ||||||||
purity | nounn | |||||||
noun • being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material • the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil • a woman's virtue or chastity | ||||||||
respect | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point • the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) • an attitude of admiration or esteem • a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard • behavior intended to please your parents • a feeling of friendship and esteem • courteous regard for people's feelings verb • regard highly; think much of • show respect towards | ||||||||
reward | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing • payment made in return for a service rendered • an act performed to strengthen approved behavior • the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property • benefit resulting from some event or action verb • bestow honor or rewards upon • strengthen and support with rewards • act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions | ||||||||
worthy | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable noun • an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously) adjective satellite • worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse • having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way | ||||||||
abide by | verbv | |||||||
verb • act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes • show respect towards |