Accolade
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verb
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(As a noun)
Accolade ( noun )
- An award or privilege granted as a special honor or as an acknowledgement of merit.
- A gesture of respect or admiration.
Origin:
Early 16th century: from french, from old french acolade, from à col "around the neck" (a colloquial use of à "to" + col "neck"), with reference to the embrace by which a knight was dubbed.
Examples:
- The actor received numerous accolades for his performance in the play.
- She received an accolade from the queen for her services to the country.
- The President bestowed the highest accolade on the soldier for his bravery.
- The chef was awarded the highest accolade for his contributions to the culinary world.
- The accolade was a symbol of recognition for the scientist's achievements.
(As a verb)
Accolade ( verb )
- To award or grant as a special honor or an acknowledgement of merit.
- To express admiration or approval of.
Origin:
Mid 17th century: from french acclamer "to acclaim", from a- (expressing departure) + clamer "to shout".
Examples:
- The singer was accoladed for his performance at the concert.
- The book was accoladed by the critics for its innovative style.
- The teacher was accoladed by her students for her inspiring lessons.
- The athlete was accoladed by the fans for his impressive performance.
- The government accoladed the scientist for his contributions to the field of research.