honorary (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈɒnəˌrɛri/
Definition
Given as an honor, without requiring the usual qualifications or duties.
Examples
She received an honorary doctorate for her lifelong work in medicine.
He was appointed an honorary professor at the local university.
The club elected her an honorary member after she moved away.
How to Use honorary
- honorary degree (collocation)
- A degree awarded by a university to a person for outstanding achievement or service, without the need for academic study. — "The university decided to grant her an honorary degree."
- honorary title (collocation)
- A title given as a sign of respect or honor, usually without the associated responsibilities or pay. — "He holds an honorary title at the research institute."
- honorary member (collocation)
- A person who is made a member of an organization or group as a sign of honor, typically without paying dues or having full voting rights. — "She was invited to be an honorary member of the society."
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