1
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials
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2
as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer
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Recent Examples of accolade
For an indie artist, Moreno boasts an impressive slate of accolades.
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Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Soulful vocalist James Hunter has gotten some accolades in his time, including one just recently when the music mag Mojo called him the greatest soul singer in the UK.
—Brett Milano, Boston Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
And yet, beneath the applause and the accolades, something quietly fractures.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Oklahoma is home to plenty of large businesses across various industries, and several are drawing national accolades.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 26 Feb. 2026
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Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Soulful vocalist James Hunter has gotten some accolades in his time, including one just recently when the music mag Mojo called him the greatest soul singer in the UK.
—Brett Milano, Boston Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
And yet, beneath the applause and the accolades, something quietly fractures.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Oklahoma is home to plenty of large businesses across various industries, and several are drawing national accolades.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolade
Noun
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The tributes were meaningful and a reminder of the talent the franchise has accumulated.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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While the listing brokerage declined to confirm the buyer, multiple sources identify the new owner as internet streamer Adin Ross, who publicly discussed the purchase during a Kick livestream and has already shared plans to transform the property into an immersive tribute to the series.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2026
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Along the road of The Bride and Frank’s orgiastic spree, a Berlin-like underground club called Depravation (applause to Gyllenhaal for bringing Swedish music artist Fever Ray to the big screen) could’ve been a showstopping setpiece.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
4 Mar. 2026
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Robert De Niro walked onto Carnegie Hall’s stage Tuesday night, unannounced and to loud applause.—
Hillel Italie,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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Contributing editor Sarah Khan is an award-winning travel writer based in New York City.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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For example, one study compared the traits of people who had received the Canadian Medal of Bravery – a national award given to people who have risked their own lives to save another person – to a control group of people who were similar in demographic characteristics.—
Catherine A. Sanderson,
The Conversation,
3 Mar. 2026
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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The commendation marked a tonal change for the two offices.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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In ancient Greece certain mortals who had achieved kleos (glory or fame) in life were venerated in death.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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Back at her practice arena on Thursday, the 29-year-old soaked in the Olympic gold glory with her Boston Fleet teammates.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In the event of multiple jackpot winners, the jackpot prize will be shared.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
28 Feb. 2026
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Enjoy food, drinks, networking and drawing prizes.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Police officers recognize unhoused individuals lack financial means and did not want to issue a trespassing citation with a minimum fee.—
Lynne Hermansen,
Kansas City Star,
27 Feb. 2026
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If ignored, the violation becomes an actual traffic citation.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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That movie, a bracing examination of the psychological toll of motherhood, would go on to wide acclaim and awards recognition, including Oscar nominations for actors Buckley and Olivia Colman, as well as for Gyllenhaal’s screenplay (an adaptation of the 2006 novel by Elena Ferrante).—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2026
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Risso’s Marni received critical acclaim, but Marni struggled commercially during the latter part of his tenure, particularly amid a luxury slowdown that saw the aspirational consumer — on which Marni relied — pull back luxury spending.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Accolade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolade. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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