point of honor

American  

noun

1. an issue that affects one's honor, reputation, etc..

   It was a point of honor with him to avenge any insult to his family.

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Etymology

Origin of point of honor

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

“The canal has become an almost historical point of honor. Haitians want to make it clear that they are a nation that will not allow themselves to be humiliated by their neighbor.”

From Seattle Times

The atlas was a great federal achievement, when that was still a point of honor — 84 agencies, led by the Interior Department, contributed.

From Washington Post

Ms. Trotta said the church made it a “point of honor” not to proselytize to newly arrived migrants.

From New York Times

“I make it a point of honor never to write down to a child,” she explained to a friend.

From New York Times

Van Avermaet made a point of honor to be first at the top to the delight of home fans cheering him along on the side of the road.

From Los Angeles Times