Meaning
honor, decoration
- an official distinction, award, or title conferred as a reward for merit or service
In a sentence
Il presidente ha conferito un'alta onorificenza allo scienziato.
The president conferred a high honor upon the scientist.
Quale onorificenza ha ricevuto per i suoi meriti civili?
Which decoration did he receive for his civil merits?
L'associazione non accetta alcuna onorificenza da enti commerciali.
The association does not accept any distinction from commercial entities.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| onorificenza | feminine · singular |
| onorificenze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Formal register. Often associated with state, civic, or military medals and orders.