honor vs seal of approval

seal of approval vs honor

honor and seal of approval both are nouns.

honor is a verb but seal of approval is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
honor	Yes	No	Yes	No
seal of approval	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, seal of approval is a hyponym of honor; that is, seal of approval is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than honor:

honor: a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
seal of approval: an indication of approved or superior status

Other hyponyms of honor include prize, trophy, aliyah, academic degree, degree, crown, pennant, cachet, seal, citation, commendation, distinction, honorable mention, mention, letter, varsity letter, decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, palm, ribbon, trophy, Emmy, Nobel prize, Academy Award, Oscar, Prix de Rome, Prix Goncourt.

honor (noun)	seal of approval (noun)
the quality of being honorable and having a good name	an indication of approved or superior status
a woman's virtue or chastity
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
the state of being honored

honor (verb)	seal of approval (verb)
accept as pay
bestow honor or rewards upon
show respect towards

Difference between honor and seal of approval

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