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honour vs glory

glory vs honour

honour and glory both are nouns.

honour and glory both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
honour Yes No Yes No
glory Yes No Yes No
As nouns, glory is a hyponym of honour; that is, glory is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than honour:
  • honour: the state of being honored
  • glory: a state of high honor
Other hyponyms of honour include glorification, celebrity, fame, renown, esteem, regard, respect, reputation, repute.
honour (noun) glory (noun)
the quality of being honorable and having a good name brilliant radiant beauty
a woman's virtue or chastity an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction a state of high honor
the state of being honored
honour (verb) glory (verb)
accept as pay rejoice proudly
bestow honor or rewards upon
show respect towards
Difference between honour and glory

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