kənˈgrætʃəˌleɪt 
kənˈgræʤəˌleɪt
congratulates; congratulated; congratulating
1
: to tell (someone) that you are happy because of his or her success or good luck
congratulate the winner
I'd like to congratulate you on/for your success.
She congratulated us on our test results.
You are to be congratulated [=you should be congratulated; you deserve praise] on/for your excellent work.
2
: to feel pleased with (yourself)
She congratulated herself for getting the best grade in her class.
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“Congratulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/congratulate. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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