Felicitation: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in formal settings to express happiness and good wishes, often found in written communication.

• The president sent a letter of felicitation to the award winners.
• Please accept my heartiest felicitation on your promotion.

Commonly used in both formal and informal settings to acknowledge someone's success or achievement.

• Congratulations on your graduation!
• He received numerous congratulations for his excellent performance.

Normally used to express praise or admiration, rather than congratulations. Can be used in a variety of contexts, both formal and informal.

• She received many compliments on her beautiful dress.
• Please convey my compliments to the chef for the delicious meal.

Commonly used in both formal and informal settings to wish someone good luck or happiness, often used at the end of letters or messages.

• I wish you all the best wishes for your future endeavors.
• Best wishes for your birthday!

Use for formal expressions of good wishes or congratulations, often in official or ceremonial situations.

• The president offered his felicitation to the newly appointed prime minister

Can be used in both casual and formal settings to show approval or admiration for someone’s actions or qualities.

• The teacher gave high praise to the student for her excellent project

Used when recognizing someone's effort, presence, or existence, usually in a formal or informal context.

• She made a brief acknowledgment of the team's hard work during the meeting

Best suited for officially recognizing someone's achievement or praising someone formally, often in workplaces or academic settings.

• The officer received a commendation for his bravery during the rescue mission