Accolading: meaning, definitions and examples

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accolading

 

[ ˈæk.ə.leɪ.dɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing praise

Accolading refers to the act of giving praise or recognition to someone for their achievements or qualities. It often involves formal acknowledgment or commendation, particularly in a public context.

Synonyms

commending, lauding, praising

Examples of usage

  • The committee is accolading the best teacher of the year.
  • He was accolading his team's efforts during the project.
  • The awards ceremony was designed for accolading outstanding contributions.

Translations

Translations of the word "accolading" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acolhendo

🇮🇳 सम्मानित करना

🇩🇪 auszeichnen

🇮🇩 memuji

🇺🇦 вшановуючи

🇵🇱 docenić

🇯🇵 称賛する

🇫🇷 récompenser

🇪🇸 reconocer

🇹🇷 ödüllendirmek

🇰🇷 칭찬하다

🇸🇦 تكريم

🇨🇿 ocenění

🇸🇰 ocenenie

🇨🇳 表彰

🇸🇮 pohvaliti

🇮🇸 viðurkenna

🇰🇿 мойындау

🇬🇪 აღიარება

🇦🇿 təsdiqləmək

🇲🇽 reconocer

Etymology

The term 'accolade' has its roots in the Latin word 'accolada', which means 'to embrace' or 'to recognize.' It initially referred to a ceremonial gesture of knighthood or honor, where a lord would lay the sword on a knight's shoulder. The practice of accolading became associated with the granting of titles and honors. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass a broader sense of recognition and praise, applicable to various contexts. The verb form, 'accolading,' captures the action of bestowing such honors. 'Accolade' entered the English language in the 14th century, evolving through Old French, where 'accoler' meant 'to embrace.' The historical significance of the word reflects the importance of acknowledgment in society and contact through commendation, reinforcing the value placed on achievements across cultures.