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honorary

/ˈɒn.ə.rəri/

/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/

honoraryadjective

/ˈɒn.ə.rəri/

/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/

Translations

He received an honorary degree from the university.

Он получил почётную степень от университета.

Definitions

Given as a mark of respect or distinction, without the usual requirements or functions.

She received an honorary degree from the university for her contributions to literature.

Holding a title or position without the associated duties or responsibilities.

He was appointed as an honorary chairman of the committee, allowing him to attend meetings without voting rights.

Serving in a role or capacity without pay; unpaid.

She acted as an honorary adviser to the charity, receiving no salary for her work.

Synonyms

honorarynoun

honoraries

/ˈɒn.ər.əri/

/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/

Used, though infrequently, to denote a person who holds an honorary title or position.

Definitions

A person who holds an honorary title, office, or position.

The honoraries gathered for a group photograph after the ceremony.

Synonyms

honorary member

honorary title

honorary appointee

honorary fellow