Synonyms of accolades

accolades

noun

plural of accolade

1

as in commendations

a formal expression of praise

for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commendations
• tributes
• citations
• awards
• encomiums
• hymns
• eulogies
• homages
• acclaim
• prizes
• salutations
• paeans
• panegyrics
• honors
• dedications
• plaudits
• dithyrambs
• applauses
• acclamations
• decorations
• eulogia
• compliments
• kudos
• recommendations
• approvals
• laudations
• hallelujahs
• bravos
• cachets

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indictments
• condemnations
• denunciations
• reprimands
• censures
• lectures
• rebukes
• corrections
• sermons
• admonitions
• reproofs
• harangues

2

as in acclaim

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist

Synonyms & Similar Words

• acclaim
• honors
• applauses
• glories
• credits
• distinctions
• praises
• kudos
• laurels
• fames
• ovations
• commendations
• homages
• lauds
• bays
• props
• tributes
• suns
• compliments
• plaudits
• réclames
• celebrities
• encomiums
• recommendations
• eulogies
• raves
• acclamations
• toasts
• kudos
• panegyrics
• reputes
• rhapsodies
• citations
• renowns
• exaltations
• glorifications
• elevations
• notes
• enshrinements
• enthronements

3

as in awards

something given in recognition of achievement

a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• awards
• prizes
• honors
• trophies
• distinctions
• medals
• premiums
• decorations
• kudos
• plumes
• badges
• plaudits
• blue ribbons
• laurels
• commendations
• ribbons
• cups
• plates
• plaques
• compliments
• tributes
• applauses
• eulogies
• crowns
• encomiums
• citations
• orders
• paeans
• panegyrics
• hallelujahs
• bravos
• homages
• honorable mentions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accolades

Over the course of her long career, Curtis, 67, has developed a lengthy résumé in film and television, winning numerous accolades along the way, including an Oscar and an Emmy (she’s been nominated for a Grammy too — there’s still time for an EGOT). — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Women who've accepted their past mistakes aren't used to accepting accolades. — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Armedangels won the accolades in the outdoors category and was joined by Royal Robbins Salathé Sun Hoodie, which offers chemical-free mosquito protection. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Elliott, the fourth pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, played most of his NFL career with the Dallas Cowboys and earned many accolades while at Ohio State. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Oct. 2026

This has given newfound hope to acts vying to add a Grammy to their list of accolades who likely wouldn’t have been considered in the past, making the field of potential nominees wider than ever. — Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026

Other North Carolina colleges have been racking up accolades too. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2026

The first Chinese singer to appear on IFPI’s annual Global Digital Singles Chart, and the recipient of numerous accolades including Billboard’s Women in Music Global Force Award, Tia has steadily strengthened her international presence. — Billboard China, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

The accolades—five Pro Bowls, two All-Pros and offensive rookie of the year—speak for themselves. — Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026