Sentence:  On November 22 , 1859 , the Providence Daily Journal stated that although Brown 's `` pluck '' and honest fanaticism must be admired , any honor <WSD>paid</WSD> to Brown would only induce other fanatics to imitate his actions . 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow