honour

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Honour Definition & Meaning

1. Respect and admiration given to someone for their achievements, qualities, or actions.

Example: The soldier was awarded a medal of honour for his bravery in battle.

2. A code of conduct that emphasizes honesty, fairness, and integrity.

Example: The school's honour code prohibits cheating and plagiarism.

3. A sense of pride and dignity in oneself or one's actions.

Example: She felt a great sense of honour in standing up for what she believed was right.

4. A privilege or distinction given to someone as a mark of respect or recognition.

Example: Being asked to speak at the conference was a great honour for the young researcher.

5. A formal recognition or tribute given to someone for their service or contributions.

Example: The retiring ceo was given a farewell dinner in honour of his many years of service to the company.

Examples of the word honour used in sentences.

  • It's an honour to meet you.
  • We should always show honour and respect to our elders.
  • Soldiers serve their country with honour and bravery.
  • I feel honoured to be part of this team.
  • It is a great honour to receive this award.
  • She felt a sense of honour and pride when her artwork was displayed in the gallery.
  • The soldiers were bestowed with medals for their valour and honour.
  • I was honoured to be invited to her wedding ceremony.
  • It is an honour for me to help my community during tough times.
  • He always honours his promises, that's why I trust him.
  • She refused to compromise her honour, even in the face of bribery.
  • It was an honour to be chosen as the team captain.
  • She was awarded a medal for her honourable efforts in the community.
  • He was dishonourably discharged from the military for disobeying orders.
  • It is important to honour our veterans and recognize their sacrifices.
  • We honoured our ancestors by performing a traditional dance in their memory.
  • It is considered an honour to be invited to speak at such a prestigious conference.
  • It is my honour to accept this award on behalf of our team.
  • I must say, it was a great honour to be able to meet the president in person.
  • As a soldier, it is my duty to defend the honour of our country.
  • In some cultures, it is seen as a great honour to be asked to be a godparent to a child.
  • As the winner of the competition, it was a great honour to receive the prestigious award.
  • It would be an honour to have you as a guest speaker at our conference.
  • The soldier was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honour for his brave actions on the battlefield.
  • As an employee, I take great honour in representing my company at important business meetings.
  • In many cultures, honour is considered the most important virtue and it defines one's personal and family identity.
  • The company's CEO was honoured with the title of 'Business Person of the Year' for her innovative approach and success in expanding the company's market share.
  • It is a great honour to host the Olympic Games, and the city is fully committed to providing a memorable experience for all athletes and visitors who attend.
  • The soldier received a purple heart medal for his brave actions in the line of duty, an honour that he will cherish for the rest of his life.
  • As a highly respected scholar, it was an honour for her to receive the prestigious award for her contributions to the field of astrophysics.
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