kudos

noun

ˈkü-ˌdäs How to pronounce kudos (audio)
Definition of kudosnext
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

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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 See All Example Sentences for kudos
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudos
  1. applause
  2. accolade
  3. glory
  4. credit
  5. acclaim
  6. praise
  7. honor
Noun
  • The crowd also welcomed back star signing Sam Kerr with a roaring applause in the 60th minute.
    — Emily Olsen, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Plus, video assistant referee (VAR) technology has been met with applause and groans alike—as has the new referee-cam.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 20 July 2026
Definition of applause
Noun
  • Despite any accolades that may have come, the environment for an independent artist seemed gloomier than ever.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2026
  • Fifty years later the wines are still delicious and garnering accolades and awards.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 17 July 2026
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • Aged golf legends trying and failing to relive their glory days.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • The glory of winning an Open does not depend on the venue, but Birkdale offers a particular prestige.
    — Gregg Evans, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Definition of glory
Noun
  • In general, borrowers with higher credit scores qualify for lower interest rates, while those with lower scores are more likely to be offered higher rates.
    — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 21 July 2026
  • The company is raising $12 billion of debt for a Texas data center to be occupied by Meta — its first deal that puts infrastructure investor GIP and private-credit firm HPS to work in a major way since BlackRock bought them in 2024 and 2025.
    — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of credit
Noun
  • Christopher Nolan's *The Odyssey* has premiered to widespread acclaim, solidifying his unique standing in the film industry.
    — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • The Automated Ball-Strike system debuted this season to widespread acclaim.
    — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
Definition of acclaim
Noun
  • But amid the praise, Clark made sure to commend her teammates, too.
    — James Boyd, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • While the building initially drew praise for its architecture and ambitious curatorial direction, a subsequent Curbed investigation introduced a more complicated picture of the project.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of praise
Noun
  • The Fort Worth City Council approved a $125 million incentive package for the project in June 2025, followed by an October 2025 vote to rename the street in front of the development in its honor.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • So Brewer put his head down and against all odds, fashioned himself into one of the best centers in the league, earning second-team All-Pro honors in 2025.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026
Definition of honor

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