kudos — praise and honor received for an achievement
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: praise and honor received for an achievement
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkuːdoʊz/
Example Sentences
- Kudos to the janitor who found my lost wedding ring in the trash!
- The team earned kudos for completing the impossible deadline.
- My cat deserves kudos for finally using the litter box correctly.
kudos
NOUN[/ˈkuːdoʊz/]
praise and honor received for an achievement
a young student stands proudly on stage as the principal hands her a shining trophy. Her face beams with joy as she accepts the award with both hands raised high. The principal smiles warmly and gestures toward the student while announcing her accomplishment. The audience below claps enthusiastically with many people standing and cheering. Parents in the front row take photos while other students whistle and applaud from their seats. Colorful balloons and streamers decorate the stage behind them. praise and honor being received for an achievement
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From ancient Greek 'kydos' meaning glory and honor, especially in battle. The word entered English in the early 20th century and broadened to mean general praise or recognition.
Breakdown
kudos (Greek root meaning 'glory' or 'praise') - used as a singular noun despite appearing plural
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Kudos to the janitor who found my lost wedding ring in the trash!”
“The team earned kudos for completing the impossible deadline.”
“My cat deserves kudos for finally using the litter box correctly.”
“The scientist received international kudos for her groundbreaking research.”
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