ACCOLADES Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

accolades

noun

plural of accolade

as in commendations

a formal expression of praise for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials

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as in acclaim

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist

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as in awards

something given in recognition of achievement a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer

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Recent Examples of accolades Over the course of her long career, Curtis, 67, has developed a lengthy résumé in film and television, winning numerous accolades along the way, including an Oscar and an Emmy (she’s been nominated for a Grammy too — there’s still time for an EGOT). — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 Women who've accepted their past mistakes aren't used to accepting accolades. — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 Armedangels won the accolades in the outdoors category and was joined by Royal Robbins Salathé Sun Hoodie, which offers chemical-free mosquito protection. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 Elliott, the fourth pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, played most of his NFL career with the Dallas Cowboys and earned many accolades while at Ohio State. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Oct. 2026 This has given newfound hope to acts vying to add a Grammy to their list of accolades who likely wouldn’t have been considered in the past, making the field of potential nominees wider than ever. — Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026 Other North Carolina colleges have been racking up accolades too. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2026 The first Chinese singer to appear on IFPI’s annual Global Digital Singles Chart, and the recipient of numerous accolades including Billboard’s Women in Music Global Force Award, Tia has steadily strengthened her international presence. — Billboard China, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026 The accolades—five Pro Bowls, two All-Pros and offensive rookie of the year—speak for themselves. — Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026

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Noun

Everyone applauded politely when Joontos collected its Bib Gourmand, and when Aseeb and Myazu received commendations.

— Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Some soldiers distinguished themselves by helping to render emergency trauma response and first aid to civilians, earning individual service commendations, according to the Arkansas National Guard.

— Neal Earley, Arkansas Online, 29 Aug. 2026

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The Amish Project debuted to critical acclaim at the New York International Fringe Festival and was developed at the Cherry Lane Theatre before premiering Off Broadway at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater in 2009.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026
The show’s soundtrack also garnered critical acclaim, with many of the covers performed by the cast making the Billboard Hot 100.

— Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of acclaim

Noun

But for audiences outside North America, catching Nathan Fielder’s three-hour documentary about disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes — now expected to be a major player in awards season — has become a frustrating waiting game.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026
Every awards season brings a late-breaking Timothée Chalamet vehicle.

— Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led tributes to Haines, an independent member of parliament and a passionate campaigner for transparency and against corruption.

— CBS News, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
After the news of Bailey’s passing was confirmed, more former Chiefs shared tributes.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of tributes

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Eggar landed her breakout role as an abductee in William Wyler’s The Collector (1965), which earned her Best Actress honors at the Golden Globes and Cannes Film Festival, in addition to an Academy Award nomination.

— Kelly Martinez, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2026
Huerta received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to labor rights and social justice.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of honors

Noun

Alicia and Darrell Cortez recently arrived at Shirakawa Elementary School in San Jose bearing books and the promise of prizes.

— Sharon Chin, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Here’s how to play and win prizes at small Sacramento businesses while getting an early start on holiday shopping.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026

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