honored
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of honored
First recorded in 1350–1450; honor ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Graham, who will be honored at a funeral at Washington’s National Cathedral on Tuesday, served as a conduit between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
The association honored Secret Service agent Victor Gonzalez, who was shot in his protective vest while confronting the gunman, along with Washington Hilton employees who helped guests during the attack.
From Salon ● Jul. 25, 2026
“I am honored to be coming home to Marin,” Forbes said in the spring statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
She was one of four researchers honored for their work on HPV-related cancers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Scruggs felt a palpable sense of expectation as family members waited in the hallowed hall, then wept openly to hear the names of their loved ones spoken aloud, honored in “America’s Church.”
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
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