Honorary Meaning
/ˈɑn.əˌɹɛɹ.i/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjGiven as an honor, with no duties attached, and without payment.
adjVoluntary.
Sentence Examples
The college bestowed an honorary degree on him.
General Franks received an honorary knighthood.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The university gave him an ____ degree for his charitable work.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The university decided to grant him an ____ degree in recognition of his lifetime's work.
Word Origin & History
From honor + -ary, modelled after French honoraire, from Latin honōrārius.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The university gave him an ____ degree for his charitable work.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The university decided to grant him an ____ degree in recognition of his lifetime's work.