honor meaning and definition

HONOR noun

Definition of honor (noun)

1. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
   • "an award for bravery"
   • synonyms: accolade, award, honour, laurels
2. the state of being honored
   • synonyms: honour, laurels
   • antonym: dishonor
3. the quality of being honorable and having a good name
   • "a man of honor"
   • synonyms: honour
   • antonym: dishonor
4. a woman's virtue or chastity
   • synonyms: honour, pureness, purity

HONOR verb

Definition of honor (verb)

1. bestow honor or rewards upon
   • "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
   • synonyms: honour, reward
   • antonym: attaint
2. show respect towards
   • "honor your parents!"
   • synonyms: abide by, honour, observe, respect
   • antonym: disrespect
3. accept as pay
   • "we honor checks and drafts"
   • synonyms: honour
   • antonym: dishonor