honorary

BrE /ˈɒnərəri/ AmE /ˈɑːnərəri/

adjective en → es

1 POSITION/ROLE [attributive] [T + adj] B2

having an important position or role, but not being paid for it; given as a way of showing respect or appreciation

honorable, de honor

  • an honorary position/role

Collocations honorary president · honorary member

  • She was made an honorary fellow of the university.

    Ella fue nombrada miembro de honor de la universidad.

2 AWARD [attributive] [T + adj] C1

given as a reward or to show respect; not paid for by the person who receives it

honorable, de honor

  • an honorary degree

Collocations honorary doctorate · honorary award

  • He received an honorary degree from the university.

    Recibió un grado honorario de la universidad.