honored
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of honored
First recorded in 1350–1450; honor ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Before the first home game of their upcoming 60th anniversary year Tuesday, the Kings honored their past by unveiling a modest Hall of Fame on the concourse of Crypto.com Arena.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
The trio were honored "for their discovery of a molecular switch for nerve cells," the Nobel Assembly said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 6, 2026
“I had to take a minute to take that in, and I thought, ‘I’d be honored.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
The beloved songwriter, recording artist, actor and businesswoman was an honored musician, earning 10 Grammy Awards and 10 Country Music Assn.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
He was honored with several awards during his lifetime.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
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