accolade
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
An award or expression of praise given for an achievement.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Accolade" is usually plural, "accolades," when listing several honors received over a career.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The film received numerous _____, including two major awards."
Answer: accolade
In your own words, what does "accolade" mean?
An award or expression of praise given for an achievement.
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