seat of honor
Head table chair
A seat of honor is the most prestigious position at a gathering, typically reserved for a distinguished guest or person being celebrated.
At formal dinners, this is usually beside the host or at the head of the table: The bride's grandmother was given the seat of honor.
The phrase extends to any prime position granted as a mark of respect.
Raised speaker's platform
- podiumRaised platform for speakers
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- head tablePrimary seating for honorees
- rostrumRaised speaker's platform
gala · inauguration · coronation · enthronement · investiture · commencement · convocation · ordination
Offering of respect
- accoladeExpression of high esteem
- commendationFormal expression of approval
- ovationExtended audience applause
- applauseCollective hand-clapping approval
toast · dedication · honoree · award ceremony · keynote · spotlight · celebration · acknowledgment
dais
Raised speaker's platform
- podiumRaised platform for speakers
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- head tablePrimary seating for honorees
rostrum · gala · inauguration · coronation · enthronement · investiture · commencement · convocation · ordination · procession
tribute
Offering of respect
- accoladeExpression of high esteem
- commendationFormal expression of approval
- ovationExtended audience applause
applause · toast · dedication · honoree · award ceremony · keynote · spotlight · celebration · acknowledgment · salute
dignitary
Person of high rank
- eminenceElevated rank or renown
- distinctionNotable difference or honor
- VIPNotable, for short
luminary · notable · patriarch · matriarch · elder · chieftain · doyen · dean · front row · prominence
throne
Ceremonial chair for sovereigns
- head of tablePrincipal dining position
- seating positionshead of table
seat of honorback row
Seating furthest from front
cheap seats · bottom of the table · nosebleed seats · last place · standing room
seat of honoruninvited
Without formal welcome
excluded · snubbed · overlooked · left out · persona non grata
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