Honor means showing deep respect for what's right, keeping your word, and acting with integrity even when no one is watching. When you act with honor, you follow through on your promises, tell the truth, and treat others fairly. A person of honor doesn't cheat on a test, doesn't break a promise to a friend, and doesn't blame someone else for their own mistakes.

Honor also means giving special recognition or respect to someone. Schools honor outstanding students at awards ceremonies. Countries honor veterans with medals and monuments. When you honor your parents, you show them respect and consideration. To be the guest of honor at a party means you're the person being specially celebrated.

The word can also describe something that brings pride or recognition. It's an honor to be chosen as class president or to represent your school at a competition. When someone says “it would be an honor,” they mean they'd feel proud and grateful for the opportunity.

Living with honor means your actions match your values. For example, if someone promises to help their sister with homework, they do it. If they find money someone dropped, they return it. If they make a mistake, they admit it and try to make things right.