honoree

See also: honorée

English

Etymology

honor +‎ -ee

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˌɑn.ɚˈi/
• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˌɒn.əˈiː/
• rhymes: exoneree

Noun

honoree (plural honorees)

1. One who receives an honor or award.

Synonyms

• honorand (chiefly British)

Antonyms

• honorer

Related terms

• honorary