honorific

/ˌɒnəˈɹɪfɪk//ˌɑːnəˈɹɪfɪk/

noun

  1. 1

    A title. (e.g., Mister, Misses, Doctor, Professor)

  2. 2

    A term of respect; respectful language.

  3. 3

    A word or word form expressing the speaker's respect for the hearer or the referent.

adjective

  1. 1

    Showing or conferring honour and respect.

  2. 2

    Based on or valuing honor

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