Honor

Honor

Honor (pronounced: /ˈɒnər/) is a term that signifies a sense of principled uprightness of character; personal integrity, honesty, and responsibility, along with acknowledgment of respect for an individual's actions.

Etymology

The term 'Honor' originates from the Latin word 'honor', or 'honos', maintaining the same meaning.

Related Terms

• Dignity: A term closely related to honor, referring to the state of being worthy of respect or honor.
• Respect: A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
• Integrity: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
• Reputation: The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something, often tied to their honor.
• Morality: Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior, often influencing one's honor.

See Also

• Ethics
• Virtue
• Nobility

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Honor
• Wikipedia's article - Honor

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