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English adjective: honorific

1. honorific conferring or showing honor or respect


SamplesHonorific social status commonly attaches to membership in a recognized profession.


Similarrespectful


Antonymsdisrespectful


English noun: honorific

1. honorific (communication) an expression of respect


SamplesThe Japanese use many honorifics.


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