noun
- high respect or great esteem
- awards or distinctions given for excellence
- advanced academic courses for high-achieving students
Usage: educational
verb
- shows respect or admiration for someone or something
Examples
- She graduated with honors from the university.
- The ceremony honors veterans who served their country.
- He received many honors for his scientific research.
- Students in honors classes take more challenging coursework.
- The memorial honors those who lost their lives.
- She was inducted into the honors society.
- The award honors excellence in teaching.