Honorée (en. Honored)
/ɔnɔʁe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been honored, recognized for their achievements.
She was honored at the ceremony for her social commitment.
Elle a été honorée lors de la cérémonie pour son engagement social.
Who is highly respected and appreciated.
He is an honored person throughout the community.
C'est une personne honorée dans toute la communauté.
Mark of merit or distinction.
He received the title of honored of the year.
Il a reçu le titre d'honorée de l'année.
Etymology
From the verb to honor, coming from the Latin 'honorare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be honored
to receive a distinction or tribute.
être honoré
honored by their presence
to be delighted to see someone.
honoré de sa présence
to confer an honor
to give a reward or a token of recognition.
octroyer un honneur
to do honor to someone
to recognize someone's merits.
faire honneur à quelqu'un
Related Words
honor
Quality of a person who demonstrates respect and integrity.
honneur
honorability
Character of an honorable person.
honorabilité
honorary
Which confers an honor, often used in titles.
honorifique
Slang Meanings
A term used to designate a deserving person with admiration.
This singer is truly honored in the industry.
Cette chanteuse est vraiment honorée dans le milieu.
To express great respectability.
The old professor is still considered an honored one.
Le vieux professeur est toujours considéré comme un honore.