Synonyms of kudos

kudos

noun

ˈkü-ˌdäs 

as in applause

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

the attorney did pro bono work because it was the right thing to do, and not for any future kudos that it might bring

Synonyms & Similar Words

• applause
• accolade
• glory
• credit
• acclaim
• praise
• honor
• laud
• commendation
• props
• homage
• ovation
• fame
• distinction
• laurels
• sun
• tribute
• réclame
• compliment
• bay(s)
• renown
• repute
• celebrity
• recommendation
• plaudit
• toast
• acclamation
• eulogy
• encomium
• kudo
• panegyric
• rave
• citation
• rhapsody
• glorification
• note
• elevation
• exaltation
• enshrinement
• enthronement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of kudos

Greenwald, who was introduced with Bronx flair by Cardi B, also brought an aw-shucks attitude in accepting the kudos. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 5 Feb. 2023

While the bikes look exotic (kudos to the styling team), they are priced and designed for India - so far. — Bill Roberson, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023

For those going the vintage route, kudos to any guest who turns up at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in an archival Balmain frock dating between 1955 and 1958—the period when Lagerfeld served as Pierre Balmain’s assistant. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2023

The rap icon DMed Trayle after his 2021 Rolling Loud Miami set (his first ever onstage performance), giving him kudos on his music. — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 16 Jan. 2023

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