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HONOURS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Honours.

Honours - as a noun

A university degree with honors

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honours degree
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
academic degreedegree
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Honours - as a verb

To think of highly, to respect highly; to show respect for; to recognise the importance or spiritual value of

Example: "The freedom fighters will be forever remembered and honored by the people."

To conform to, abide by, act in accordance with (an agreement, treaty, promise, request, or the like)

Example: "I trusted you, but you have not honored your promise."

To confer (bestow) an honour or privilege upon (someone)

Example: "Ten members of the profession were honored at the ceremony."

To make payment in respect of (a cheque, banker's draft, etc.)

Example: "I'm sorry sir, but the bank did not honour your cheque."

Example Sentences

"The honours ceremony will take place at the city hall."
"She was awarded the highest honours in the field of science."
"She received honours for her outstanding academic achievements."
"The ceremony was held to award honours to exceptional individuals."
"John graduated with first class honours in engineering."
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Word Game Points

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

HONOURS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is HONOURS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, honours is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HONOURS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is HONOURS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, honours is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HONOURS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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