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Adjective: honoured  ó-nu(r)d
Usage: Brit, Cdn (US: honored)
  1. Having an illustrious reputation; respected
    "our honoured leader";
    - esteemed, honored [US], prestigious
Verb: honour  ó-nu(r)
Usage: Brit, Cdn (US: honor)
  1. Bestow honour or rewards upon
    "Today we honour our soldiers";
    - honor [US], reward, fête, fete
  2. Show respect towards
    "honour your parents!";
    - respect, honor [US], abide by, observe
  3. Accept as pay
    "we honour checks and drafts";
    - honor [US]

See also: reputable

Type of: accept, have, recognise [Brit], recognize, take

Encyclopedia: Honour