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honorary

[on-uh-rer-ee] / ˈɒn əˌrɛr i /
ADJECTIVE
honorific
Synonyms


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There, he is regarded as an honorary “Bestie” by the hosts, who include Sacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Mehta, Salonen and Dudamel all hold honorary titles.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

They’ve become fixtures at cultural events including fashion week and the Met Gala—Bezos was an honorary chair of this year’s edition—and appeared on talk shows.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

"I just can't believe it. This is beyond the Oscar, really," he said as he accepted the honorary Palme d'Or.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

In a bid for the respect she knew she deserved, she signed off with the honorary title that she rarely used—“DR. E. S. FRIEDMAN.”

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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