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honour vs renown

renown vs honour

honour and renown both are nouns.

honour is a verb but renown is not a verb.

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

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