honored
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of honored
First recorded in 1350–1450; honor ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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“The Secret Agent” is Brazil’s official submission for international feature and has been one of the most honored films of the season, keeping Moura firmly in the awards conversation.
From Los Angeles Times
While the dominant culture seems, yet again, obsessed with appetite suppression, I am rediscovering appetite: earned appetite, physical appetite, the kind that shows up after exertion and politely demands to be honored.
From Salon
Modern life strips away too much, old protections aren’t honored, someone has to make things better.
They are honored for their service and military training.
From Salon
I sat in with Robert Glasper at the New York location and I’m very honored to do the Blue Note again.
From Los Angeles Times
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