Honorific

+An **honorific** is a word or phrase that conveys [Respect](/wiki/respect) or deference to the person it names or describes. Often, it takes the form of a [Title](/wiki/title) preceding a name, acknowledging their social status, rank, or achievement. Such terms are deeply rooted in cultural traditions globally.

+## See also

+- [Etiquette](/wiki/etiquette)

+- [Formality](/wiki/formality)

+- [Salutation](/wiki/salutation)