accolade meaning

UK US /ˈækəleɪd/ 3 syllables

accolade (noun): a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction.

Definition of accolade

  1. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
    • an award for bravery

    Synonyms: award, honor, honour, laurels

    Type of: symbol

    Kinds: trophy, aliyah, academic degree, pennant, cachet, citation, distinction, mention, letter, decoration, Emmy, Nobel prize

How to pronounce accolade

accolade is pronounced /ˈækəleɪd/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 13 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with AC · words ending in DE · 8-letter words

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