Meaning & use
accolade
An award or expression of praise given in recognition of an achievement.
See it in a sentence
The novel received numerous accolades, including two major literary prizes.
Winning the scholarship was the greatest accolade of her academic career.
A note on using this word
"Accolade" is typically used for a formal or notable recognition, not for everyday compliments.
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Words with an opposite meaning
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “accolade”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.