Accolade
Noun
Definition: An award or honor given to someone in recognition of their achievement or contribution.
Definition: Praise or approval given to someone for their accomplishments.
Synonyms: Award, Honor, Commendation
Antonyms: Criticism, Disapproval, Reprimand
- She received several accolades for her groundbreaking research.
- The film was met with critical acclaim and received numerous accolades.
- An accolade is like a pat on the back, acknowledging someone's success.
- Think of accolades as a form of applause for exceptional achievement.
Etymology:
The word "accolade" comes from the French term "accolader," meaning "embrace" or "embrace as a mark of honor." It entered the English language in the 17th century.
Historical Usage:Originally, the term referred to an embrace or the act of knighting someone by tapping their shoulder with a sword. Over time, it evolved to represent any form of recognition or praise given to someone.
Related Idioms:
"Bestow accolades"
Explanation:The phrase means to give awards or recognition to deserving individuals or organizations.
Misconceptions:
Accolades are limited to awards only.
Explanation:While accolades can refer to specific awards, they can also encompass general praise or approval for someone's achievements.