congratulation

noun

con·​grat·​u·​la·​tion kən-ˌgra-chə-ˈlā-shən 

-ˌgra-jə-

1

: a congratulatory expression

—usually used in plural

Congratulations on your promotion.

2

: the act of congratulating

Synonyms of congratulation

• regards
• respects
• greetings
• commendations
• praise
• compliment

Examples of congratulation in a Sentence

Let me offer you my congratulations for being elected.

Please send her my congratulations.

I sent her a letter of congratulations.

Recent Examples on the Web

If your idea of a ticket to paradise means being knee deep in the water somewhere (and that somewhere is the beach), congratulations because you've officially been granted membership to the Southern Beach Lovers Club. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026

Just send your congratulations along with your regret at missing the party. —Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026

Many of the couple's friends, family and fans commented under the post, sharing their congratulations for the expectant parents. —Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026

Magyar thanked Moscow and Beijing for offering their congratulations and willingness to work with Hungary’s new government. —Justin Spike, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

see congratulate

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing congratulation

• self-congratulation

Rhymes for congratulation

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Kids Definition

congratulation

noun

con·​grat·​u·​la·​tion kən-ˌgrach-ə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: the act of congratulating

2

: an expression of joy or pleasure at another's success or good fortune

—usually used in plural