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Luis felt honored when the class chose him to read the poem.
What does Honored mean?
Honored means feeling proud and thankful because you were respected or chosen.
Dictionary definition
Feeling proud and thankful because you were respected or chosen.
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What does honored mean?
Honored means feeling proud and thankful because you were respected or chosen.
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Which word is closest in meaning to honored?
Respected is close in meaning to honored.
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MeaningHonored means feeling proud and thankful because you were respected or chosen.
ExampleExample: Luis felt honored when the class chose him to read the poem.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- on · erd
- Strongest beat
- on
- Ending
- erd
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on on.
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Synonyms
Words like Honored
respectedUse when someone feels valued by others.
Antonyms
Opposite words
disrespectedUse when someone is treated without respect.
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Word family
Honored word family
Base word
honor
verb
honoring
Showing respect for someone or something.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show respect, pride, or being chosen.
Common mix-up
Honored is not the same as bragging; it can include thankfulness and respect.
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