honored
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of honored
First recorded in 1350–1450; honor ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The 52-year-old was speaking at the Nordoff And Robbins Silver Clef Awards at the Royal Albert Hall, where she was honoured with the global impact award.
From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026
The singer herself says that she is "immensely honoured" to be part of the Cesaria Evora Orchestra, which performs around the world to keep alive the music of the "barefoot diva" who died in 2011.
From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026
"I'm just honoured to kind of be a part of it," he told me.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
Dame Julia and Dame Malorie are honoured for their services to literature.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
However, once they have overcome them and have begun to be venerated, having wiped out all those who were envious of their accomplishments, they remain powerful, secure, honoured, and successful.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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