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HONOURS Synonyms

There are 14 synonyms of the word honours. (exact relations)
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

Best Hypernyms For HONOURS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for honours, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
accept chastity have recognise recognize righteousness standing symbol take virtue
Phrases (1)
sexual morality

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