honour

• Существительное, обозначающее высокое уважение, почтение или привилегию; также используется для обозначения символа отличия или признания, а исторически — добродетели или целомудрия женщины.

A noun referring to high respect, esteem, or a privilege; also used to denote a symbol of distinction or recognition, and historically a woman's virtue or chastity.

1. High respect or esteemB1formal

   The state of being highly respected or esteemed by others.

   Честь

   • He fought to defend the honour of his family.
   • She accepted the award with great honour.
   • It is an honour to meet you.

   Синонимыacclaimadmirationesteemprestigeregardreputationreputerespectstandingveneration

   Антонимыdiscreditdisgracedishonorignominyinfamyshame

2. Award or distinctionB1formal

   A tangible symbol, such as a medal, title, or prize, that signifies approval or distinction.

   Награда или отличие

   • The soldier received the highest military honour for bravery.
   • She was given the honour of leading the parade.
   • The university bestowed an honorary degree upon him.

   Синонимыaccoladeawarddecorationdistinctionlaurelmedalprizetrophy

   Антонимыdisgracedishonorshamestigma

3. Personal integrityB2formal

   The quality of being honest, fair, and having a strong moral character.

   Личная честность

   • He is a man of honour who always keeps his word.
   • She acted with honour in a difficult situation.
   • His honour was questioned after the scandal.

   Синонимыdecencygoodnesshonestyintegritymoralityprobityrectituderighteousnessuprightnessvirtue

   Антонимыcorruptiondisgracedishonestydishonourshame

4. Chastity or virtueC1formalbritish

   A woman's reputation for purity or chastity, especially in historical contexts.

   Честь

   • In many old stories, a woman's honour was considered sacred.
   • She defended her honour against false accusations.
   • The novel explores themes of honour and virtue.

   Синонимыchastityinnocencemaidenhoodmodestypurityvirginityvirtue

   Антонимыdisgracedishonourimpurityshame

• Глагол, используемый для публичного выражения уважения к кому-либо или чему-либо, или для выполнения обещания, соглашения или обязательства.

A verb used to respect someone or something publicly, or to fulfill a promise, agreement, or obligation.

1. Bestow honor or rewards uponB2formal

   To give public praise, awards, or recognition to someone for their achievements or qualities.

   Удостоить чести

   • The queen honoured the scientist with a knighthood.
   • The university honoured her with an honorary degree.
   • They honoured the veterans at a special ceremony.

   Синонимыacclaimcelebratecommenddecorateexaltfeteglorifylaudlionizepraise

   Антонимыdisgracedishonorhumiliateshame

2. Show respect towardsB1formal

   To treat someone with great respect and admiration.

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   • We should honour our parents and elders.
   • The ceremony honoured the memory of the fallen soldiers.
   • He honoured his mentor by following his advice.

   Синонимыadmireesteemlook up torespectreverevenerate

   Антонимыdisgracedishonourdisrespecthumiliateinsultshame

3. Accept as payB2formal

   To accept a check, credit card, or other financial instrument as valid payment.

   Принимать к оплате

   • The store honours all major credit cards.
   • The bank honoured his check despite the low balance.
   • They do not honour foreign currency at this market.

   Синонимыacceptcashtake

   Антонимыdeclinerefusereject