honour

CEFRB1

/ˈɒnə(ɹ)/

noun · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    Great respect given to someone for their qualities or actions.

  2. 02

    verb

    To show great respect for someone or something.

Examples

  • It is a great honour to accept this award tonight.

  • That kind of behaviour affects your honour.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
2
Citations
4

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. A female given name from English, a less common spelling of Honor.

  2. British, Canadian, Commonwealth, and Ireland standard spelling of honor.

More examples

In context

  • Envy is the companion of honour.

  • Honours are normally awarded twice a year: on The Queen's Birthday in June and at the New Year.

  • A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

He received a prestigious medal of blank from the queen.

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