Honorific
/ˌɒnəˈrɪfɪk/
Definitions
- (adj.) Conveying or expressing respect, esteem, or official recognition, often used as a title or form of address in legal or formal contexts.
The judge used an honorific to address the elder statesman during the ceremony.
Forms
- honorifics
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Commentary
In legal drafting and protocol, honorifics may be carefully chosen to reflect the appropriate level of respect or authority, particularly in formal correspondence or ceremonial documents.
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