Awardee: meaning, definitions and examples

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awardee

 

[ əˈwɔrdi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

receiving honor

An awardee is a person who receives an award or recognition for their achievements. They may be honored in fields such as academics, sports, arts, or various professions for their outstanding contributions. Awards can be presented in formal ceremonies, and being an awardee often signifies significant accomplishment and excellence in the respective field. The recognition can serve as inspiration to others and may lead to further opportunities.

Synonyms

honoree, recipient, winner

Examples of usage

  • The awardee was celebrated at the annual gala.
  • As the awardee, she expressed her gratitude to the committee.
  • The awardee's project received great acclaim.

Translations

Translations of the word "awardee" in other languages:

🇵🇹 premiado

🇮🇳 पुरस्कार प्राप्त करने वाला

🇩🇪 Preisträger

🇮🇩 penerima penghargaan

🇺🇦 лауреат

🇵🇱 laureat

🇯🇵 受賞者

🇫🇷 récompensé

🇪🇸 galardonado

🇹🇷 ödüllü

🇰🇷 수상자

🇸🇦 الحائز على جائزة

🇨🇿 nositel ocenění

🇸🇰 ocenený

🇨🇳 获奖者

🇸🇮 nagrajenec

🇮🇸 verðlaunahafi

🇰🇿 сыйлық алушы

🇬🇪 მკვიდრი

🇦🇿 mükafat alan

🇲🇽 galardonado

Word origin

The term 'awardee' is derived from the word 'award', which comes from the Old French term 'awarder', meaning to award or judge. The prefix 'ee' is a suffix used in English to indicate a person who is the recipient of an action, often in legal or formal contexts. The transformation of the word showcases the evolution of language and the expanding recognition of individual accomplishments in various sectors. The concept of awarding honors has deep historical roots, reflecting societal values on recognition and achievement across cultures.