guest of honor

NOUN

honored guest

Synonyms

WEAK

honoree important invitee

Example Sentences

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Trump has never attended one of these dinners before Saturday, which have typically been hosted by comedians that roast the guest of honor.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

He accepted and made a short speech at the event, praising the guest of honor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

I tend to try to pick a guest of honor that’s typically a woman who’s been through the fire in some way, shape or form.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024

While President Joe Biden and his guest of honor at a White House state dinner chew over foreign policy, the female chef duo of Cris Comerford and Susie Morrison take care of the culinary diplomacy.

From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024

“We haven’t much time left,” said Miss K, “and now our guest of honor will demonstrate how quickly he can learn.”

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary