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honorary

UK
/ˈɒn.ə.rəri/
US
/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/

Translations

honoraryadjective
UK
/ˈɒn.ə.rəri/
US
/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/
He received an honorary degree from the university.
Он получил почётную степень от университета.
Synonyms
symbolic
ceremonial
nominal
titular
prestigious
honorarynoun
honoraries
pl
UK
/ˈɒn.ər.əri/
US
/ˈɑː.nəˌrɛr.i/
Used, though infrequently, to denote a person who holds an honorary title or position.
Synonyms
honoree
honorand
honorary member
honorary title
honorary appointee
honorary fellow

Definitions

honoraryadjective
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.
honorarynoun
A person who holds an honorary title, office, or position.
The honoraries gathered for a group photograph after the ceremony.
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