honored

[ on-erd ]

adjective

1. held in honor; highly respected:

   our honored guests; an honored member of the community.

Word History and Origins

Origin of honored¹

First recorded in 1350–1450; honor ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

He came home to L.A., where he was honored with an award for Best Metal Singer at the Revolver Golden Gods Awards, but weeks later his condition worsened.

From Los Angeles Times

The 18-time Latin Grammy winner and two-time Grammy winner will be honored at a gala leading up to the Thursday awards celebration.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers, who retired his number last year, honored his memory before Game 1 of the World Series three days after he died.

From Los Angeles Times

First of all, among the veterans whose service is being honored today are hundreds of thousands of people who are not white straight males.

From Salon

The show honored producer Quincy Jones, who died this week, with a title card before the closing goodbyes.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• dignified
• distinguished
• esteemed
• privileged
• recognized
• revered
• venerated
• well-known