Synonyms for
Honoring
Definition
Honoring means showing respect or recognition for someone or something.
Synonyms & similar words
honour
dishonor
nonobservance
observe
reward
disrespect
observance
abideby
honor
respect
respecting
acknowledging
celebrating
praising
commemorating
adulating
glorifying
lauding
esteeming
valuing
cherishing
revering
worshipping
venerating
applauding
saluting
hailing
recognizing
appreciating
admiring
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- honoring the dead
- honoring a request
- honoring a commitment
- honoring achievements
- honoring tradition
- honoring the flag
- honoring service
Word family
Usage note
The word 'honoring' implies showing great respect or admiration. It is often used in formal contexts, such as ceremonies or official acknowledgments.
Example sentences
- Honoring our veterans is important.
- I am honoring my mother by wearing her wedding dress on my special day.
- The company is honoring its commitment to sustainable practices.
- We are honoring the memory of our loved ones by placing flowers on their graves.
- The school is honoring its top students with an awards ceremony.
Quotes
Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day. - Charles B. Rangel
Honoring the sacrifices and contributions of our disabled veterans is a responsibility that should be shared by all Americans. - Kirsten Gillibrand
Honoring our veterans with a national holiday is not enough. We need to do more to show our ongoing appreciation for their bravery and sacrifice. - Robin Hayes