kudos meaning

UK /ˈkjuːdɒs/ US /ˈkudoʊs/ 2 syllables

kudos (noun): an expression of approval and commendation.

Definition of kudos

  1. an expression of approval and commendation
    • he always appreciated praise for his work

    Synonyms: praise, congratulations, extolment

    Type of: approval

    Kinds: superlative, encomium, eulogy, recommendation, compliment

How to pronounce kudos

kudos is pronounced /ˈkjuːdɒs/ in British English and /ˈkudoʊs/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Word lists: words starting with KU · words ending in OS · 5-letter words

More about kudos on Wikipedia.