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HONORIFIC

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Honorific.

Honorific - as a noun

An expression of respect

Example: "The japanese use many honorifics"

Honorific - as an adjective satellite

Conferring or showing honor or respect

Example: "Honorific social status commonly attaches to membership in a recognized profession"

Honorific - as an adjective

Showing or conferring honour and respect.

Based on or valuing honor

Example Sentences

"The title 'Mrs.' is an honorific for a married woman."
"In Japanese, 'san' is a common honorific used after a person's name."
"The honorific 'Dr.' is used when addressing someone with a doctoral degree."
"In many cultures, 'Sir' is an honorific used to show respect to a man."
"The honorific 'Madam' is used to address a woman in a formal manner."
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Word Game Points

Is HONORIFIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, honorific is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HONORIFIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is HONORIFIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, honorific is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HONORIFIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HONORIFIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, honorific is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HONORIFIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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