honorific
/ˌɒnəˈɹɪfɪk//ˌɑːnəˈɹɪfɪk/
noun
- 1
A title. (e.g., Mister, Misses, Doctor, Professor)
- 2
A term of respect; respectful language.
- 3
A word or word form expressing the speaker's respect for the hearer or the referent.
adjective
- 1
Showing or conferring honour and respect.
- 2
Based on or valuing honor
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