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adjective

Definition of honorednext
as in celebrated

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honored

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verb

past tense of honor
as in recognized
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honored
  1. celebrated
  2. recognized
  3. famous
  4. thanked
  5. renowned
  6. distinguished
  7. exalted
  8. outstanding
Adjective
  • From there, Rolston became one of the most celebrated portrait photographers for magazines such as Vanity Fair, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and most notably for Rolling Stone for which Rolston shot more than one hundred covers.
    Tom Teicholz, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The show gives George Washington Carver his long-overdue flowers, not just for his scientific prowess but also for his less celebrated work as an artist.
    Evan Nicole Brown, ARTnews.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of celebrated
Verb
  • This research station, primarily dedicated to bird banding, became internationally recognized under his leadership.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • It is considered an allergenic protein which, when not recognized by the body, triggers an immune reaction, intestinal porosity and histamine secretion.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognized
Adjective
  • In Free Nelson Mandela [w/t], the man who was arguably the most famous political prisoner of all time will have his story told by Rogan Productions, the indie behind Stephen: The Murder that Changed a Nation and ABBA: Against All Odds, along with GroupM Motion Entertainment.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Audrey: The most famous Audrey, Audrey Hepburn, was born at the tail end of the 1920s, on May 4, 1929.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of famous
Verb
  • Washington also thanked his wife, Pauletta Washington.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Jones easily could have taken shots at the Giants organization, but instead, thanked them for the opportunity and took responsibility for his struggles.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of thanked
Adjective
  • Guests can indulge in fine dining at the renowned Café Boulud or rejuvenate at the spa, which offers everything from beach-ready blowouts to bespoke treatments.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Created by renowned biohacker Dave Asprey, this potent combination of coffee, butter, and MCT Oil held the promise of sustained energy, mental clarity, and weight loss.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of renowned
Adjective
  • His decades of distinguished service to America and humanity leave a towering legacy of good work.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 29 Dec. 2024
  • Compared to the rest of the pack, Rolls-Royce’s Cullinan occupies an entirely different market position—not just in pricing terms, but rather in presence thanks to the massive hood and upright grille that serve as distinguished reminders of the British coachbuilder’s long heritage.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of distinguished
Adjective
  • But more important, the global picture that this Austrian city brings to its vast array of events demonstrates how great artists from all parts of a warring world can practice cultural diplomacy on an exalted level.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
  • No other team has this type of exalted status and generate such fervour.
    Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of exalted
Adjective
  • The Caps are terrific, thanks in part to an outstanding offseason and a few key breakouts.
    Hailey Salvian, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Differentiating your brand requires not only creating outstanding products but also crafting a narrative that resonates with your target audience.
    Lara Devgan, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of outstanding
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