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honour vs repute

repute vs honour

honour and repute both are nouns.

honour and repute both are verbs.

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

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