Honorarily

/ˌɒnəˈrɛrəli/

Definitions

  1. (adv.) In a manner conferring honor or title without the normal duties or functions, especially an honorary position or degree.
    She was named honorarily as the chairperson of the committee, without voting rights.

Commentary

Used chiefly to describe nominal or symbolic legal statuses granted without usual responsibilities.

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