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   accolade

   /ˈakəleɪd/

   noun

   • 1. an award or privilege granted as a special honour or as an acknowledgement of merit: "the hotel has won numerous accolades" Similar honourrecognitionprivilegeawardgifttitleprizelaurelsbayspalm
   • ▪ an expression of praise or admiration: "poignant accolades and urgent testimonials of thanks" Similar tributecommendationacclaimapplauseovationacclamationapprovaladmirationapprobationtestimonialpraisewelcomeflatterykudosadulationhomagecomplimentpat on the backeulogyencomiumpanegyriccheerssalutesplauditscongratulationsbouquetsinformal:raverare:extolmentlaudationeulogiumOpposite criticism
   • 2. a touch on a person's shoulders with a sword at the bestowing of a knighthood.

   Word Origin early 17th century: from French, from Provençal acolada, literally ‘embrace around the neck (when bestowing knighthood)’, from Latin ad- ‘at, to’ + collum ‘neck’.

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   Where did the word accolade come from?

   • The first records of the word accolade come from the 1870s. It comes from the French accol (er), meaning “to embrace,” ultimately from col, which means “neck” (and is also the basis of the word collar).

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   What is the difference between a sword and an accolade?

   • By the 19th century, accolade came to mean "award." A person who achieves a goal in research or service may receive an official paper certificate or trophy, an accolade of achievement, while a performer or speaker might get an accolade in the form of applause from the audience. Rarely does either of these types of accolade involve a sword.

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   What does accolade mean?

   • Today it refers more broadly to an award or expression of praise. These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'accolade.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

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   What is the Accolade and why is it important?

   • The Accolade, currently in its 11th year, is a top-tier prestigious global film competition that is unique in the industry. It discovers and honors the achievements of filmmakers who produce high quality entertainment and new media. The Accolade gives talented directors, producers, actors, and creative teams the positive exposure they deserve.

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   Where does the word accol come from?

   • It comes from the French accol (er), meaning “to embrace,” ultimately from col, which means “neck” (and is also the basis of the word collar). You know that part in movies where the king or queen touches the soon-to-be knight on each shoulder with a sword and says “I knight you Sir So-And-So”?

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   What is the difference between a trophy and an accolade?

   • A person who achieves a goal in research or service may receive an official paper certificate or trophy, an accolade of achievement, while a performer or speaker might get an accolade in the form of applause from the audience. Rarely does either of these types of accolade involve a sword. "Accolade."

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   Accolade is a noun that means a mark of recognition, praise, or honor. It comes from the French verb accoler, meaning "to embrace", and was originally used for a ceremonial embrace conferring knighthood.

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   An accolade is a formal word for praise and approval, or something that shows respect or honour. Learn how to use it in sentences, and find synonyms and related words in the Cambridge Dictionary.

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   An accolade is a formal word for praise and approval, or something that shows respect or honor. Learn how to use it in sentences, see synonyms and related words, and find translations in different languages.

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   A knight being honored with the tap of a sword-blade was the earliest form of accolade. Today, an accolade is more than a way to bestow knighthood, it is a form of praise or an award.

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   An accolade is an award, honor, or praise for a person's achievements or qualities. It can also refer to a ceremonial gesture of knighthood or a curved ornamental molding.

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   An accolade is something done or said to show admiration or respect for someone or something. It can also be a ceremonial gesture, a musical brace, or an architectural moulding. Learn more about the word origin, pronunciation, and usage of accolade.

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    Accolade is a noun that means a sign of honour or respect, or a mark of approval or praise. It comes from French and has four meanings in OED, with examples and pronunciation guides.