kudo

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of KUDO

something given in recognition of achievement <an honorary degree from her alma mater that is simply the latest kudo for an outstanding career in journalism>

Synonyms accolade, blue ribbon, decoration, distinction, honor, kudo, plume, premium, prize

an admiring personal remark <a kudo is in order for the way the young people acquitted themselves at their first formal dance>

Synonyms bouquet, kudo

Related Words accolade, citation, commendation, encomium, eulogy, homage, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute, valentine

Near Antonyms affront, barb, dart, dig, epithet, insult, put-down, slight, slur

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