overhonoring
/ˌoʊvərˈɑnərɪŋ/
adjective
- Showing or involving too much respect, praise, or recognition.
- An overhonoring attitude toward celebrities can create unrealistic expectations.
- The overhonoring speech made the recipient feel uncomfortable.
- The ceremony felt overhonoring for such a simple gesture.
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noun
- The act of giving too much respect, praise, or recognition.
- Overhonoring of past leaders can prevent us from seeing their flaws.
- The overhonoring of the guest of honor made the other attendees feel left out.
- Some cultures practice overhonoring of elders as a sign of deep respect.