Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

honorary-membership

noun

/ˌɒnəˈrɛri ˈmɛmbərʃɪp/

Definition

A special status granted to an individual to recognize their contributions or support, allowing them to be associated with an organization without the standard obligations of membership.

Examples

After years of dedicated service, the artist was awarded honorary membership in the gallery.
The professor received honorary membership from the society for his groundbreaking research.
Many celebrities hold honorary memberships in various charitable organizations.

Meaning

Honorary membership serves as a way to acknowledge and honor individuals who have made significant contributions or have shown exceptional commitment to a cause or organization.