title of honor

noun phrase
UK /ˈtaɪtl əv ˈɒnə/
US /ˈtaɪtl əv ˈɑːnər/

A special name or rank given to someone to show respect.

The king gave the brave knight the title of honor 'Sir'.

SYNONYMS

honorary titledistinctionaccoladerankdesignation

RELATED WORDS

awardrespectrecognitionnobilityceremony

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A formal name used to address someone important, like 'Doctor' or 'Judge'.

She earned the title of honor 'Professor' after years of teaching.

3. An official award or position that brings respect from others.

Being named team captain was a title of honor for him.

4. A word added to a person's name to show they are respected or noble.

In the story, 'Lord' was a title of honor for the kind ruler.