honours

British  

/ ˈɒnəz /

plural noun

1. observances of respect

2. (often capital)

   1. (in a university degree or degree course) a rank of the highest academic standard

   2.  Hons.  ( as modifier ) Compare general pass

      an honours degree

3. a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction

4. observances of respect at a funeral

5. ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an officer, etc

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Example Sentences

A majority of lawmakers voted in favour of the measures on Thursday, but added a series of safeguards to ensure the US honours its side of the deal struck last July.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The film's director DJ Caruso called it "one of the great honours of my directorial life" to bring Thomas' story to life alongside Sir Anthony.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Now his name has appeared on a list of people to have their honours taken away.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Jessie Buckley, who plays the grief-stricken Agnes, is odds-on favourite for best leading actress after winning the best drama actress honours at the Golden Globes.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

There seemed to be no persons present anywhere, and at one point, when we were confronted by a closed gate, the doctor said: 'Sorry, old chap, but if you wouldn't mind doing the honours.'

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro