accolade
Translation
accolade, praise, award
Examples
She received the highest accolade of her profession.
She received the highest accolade of her profession.
The film has won numerous accolades.
The film has won numerous accolades.
Grammar Patterns
((an accolade)) an award or praise given as a special honor. She received the highest accolade of her profession.
Similar Words
Synonyms: award, honor, prize, tribute
Etymology
From French 'accolade', from Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'collum' (neck), originally an embrace or tap on the neck with a sword in a knighting ceremony.
Memory Tips
Imagine a knight receiving an award (accolade) with a tap on the 'collar' of their armor.