B2verbUK spelling: honourformalsocietyhistory
US/ˈɑː.nər/
UK/ˈɒn.ə/
to show great respect for someone, for example with a prize; also to keep a promise or agreement
In context
The city will honor the firefighters with a special ceremony next month.
The company refused to honor the warranty after the product broke.
We honor our teachers by remembering what they taught us.
Words that go with honor
verb + noun
- honor a promiseHe always honors his promises.
- honor the memory ofThe statue honors the memory of the soldiers.
- honor an agreementBoth sides must honor the agreement.
- honor a commitmentThe bank honored its commitment to customers.
- honor a contractThe firm must honor the contract.
verb + preposition
- be honored withShe was honored with a national award.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He honored to meet you.Correct: He was honored to meet you.