Distinction
Distinction noun - Something given in recognition of achievement.
Usage example: won a number of distinctions in her long career as an actress
Honorable mention and distinction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Honorable mention" instead a noun "Distinction".
Honorable mention
Honorable mention noun - An official recognition of merit.
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Synonyms for Honorable mention
Distinction and honorable mention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distinction" instead a noun phrase "Honorable mention".
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