I. noun
1.
respect or esteem shown one as his due or claimed by one as a right
received the honor due his rank
Synonyms: deference, homage, obeisance, reverence
Related Word: admiration, esteem; adoration, adulation, devotion, veneration, worship; acknowledgment, compliment, recognition, regard, respect
Contrasted words: contempt, despite, disdain, scorn; disregard, neglect, slighting
Antonyms: dishonor
2.
an evidence or symbol of distinction
received many honors for her devoted public service
Synonyms: accolade, award, badge, bays, decoration, distinction, kudos, laurels
Related Word: deference, esteem, respect; admiration, approval
3.
Synonyms: honesty , honestness, honorableness, incorruption, integrity
Contrasted words: disgrace, ignominy, shame
Antonyms: dishonor, dishonorableness
II. verb
Synonyms: exalt 1, aggrandize, dignify, distinguish, ennoble, erect, glorify, magnify, sublime, uprear
Antonyms: dishonor