Mention vs. Honor
Difference Between Mention and Honor
Mentionnoun
A speaking or notice of anything, usually in a brief or cursory manner. Used especially in the phrase make mention of.
Honornoun
(uncountable) recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration of someone, usually for being morally upright and/or competent
The crowds gave the returning general much honor and praise.Mentionverb
To make a short reference to something.
Honornoun
(uncountable) the state of being morally upright, honest, noble, virtuous, and magnanimous; excellence of character; the perception of such a state; favourable reputation; dignity
He was a most perfect knight, for he had great honor and chivalry.His honor was unstained.Mentionverb
To utter an word or expression in order to refer to the expression itself, as opposed to its usual referent.
Honornoun
(countable) a token of praise or respect; something that represents praiseworthiness or respect, such as a prize or award given by the state to a citizen
Honors are normally awarded twice a year: on The Queen's Birthday in June and at the New Year.He wore an honor on his breast.military honors; civil honorsAudie Murphy received many honors, such as the Distinguished Service Cross.Mentionnoun
a remark that calls attention to something or someone;
she made frequent mention of her promotionthere was no mention of itthe speaker made several references to his wifeHonornoun
a privilege
I had the honour of dining with the ambassador.Mentionnoun
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage;
the student's essay failed to list several important citationsthe acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a bookthe article includes mention of similar clinical casesHonornoun
(in the plural) the privilege of going first
I'll let you have the honours, Bob—go ahead.Mentionnoun
an official recognition of merit;
although he didn't win the prize he did get special mentionHonornoun
(golf) the right to play one's ball before one's opponent.
Mentionverb
make reference to;
His name was mentioned in connection with the inventionHonornoun
a cause of respect and fame; a glory; an excellency; an ornament.
He is an honour to his nation.Mentionverb
make mention of;
She observed that his presentation took up too much timeThey noted that it was a fine day to go sailingHonornoun
(feudal law) a seigniory or lordship held of the king, on which other lordships and manors depended
Mentionverb
commend;
he was cited for his outstanding achievementsHonornoun
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Honornoun
In bridge, an ace, king, queen, jack, or ten especially of the trump suit. In some other games, an ace, king, queen or jack.
Honornoun
(in the plural) (courses for) an honours degree: a university qualification of the highest rank
At university I took honours in modern history.Honorverb
(transitive) to think of highly, to respect highly; to show respect for; to recognise the importance or spiritual value of
The freedom fighters will be forever remembered and honored by the people.Honorverb
(transitive) to conform to, abide by, act in accordance with (an agreement, treaty, promise, request, or the like)
I trusted you, but you have not honored your promise.refuse to honor the test ban treatyHonorverb
(transitive) to confer (bestow) an honour or privilege upon (someone)
Ten members of the profession were honored at the ceremony.The prince honored me with an invitation to his birthday banquet.Honorverb
(transitive) to make payment in respect of (a cheque, banker's draft, etc.)
I'm sorry Sir, but the bank did not honour your cheque.Honornoun
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction;
an award for braveryHonornoun
the state of being honored
Honornoun
the quality of being honorable and having a good name;
a man of honorHonornoun
a woman's virtue or chastity
Honorverb
bestow honor or rewards upon;
Today we honor our soldiersThe scout was rewarded for courageus actionHonorverb
show respect towards;
honor your parents!Honorverb
accept as pay;
we honor checks and drafts
