laurels
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(noun) (in ancient Greece) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory |
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Synonyms: bay wreath, laurel wreath |
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Related Words: chaplet, coronal, garland, lei, wreath |
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(noun) the state of being honored |
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Synonyms: honor, honour |
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Related Words: celebrity, esteem, fame, glorification, glory, regard, renown, reputation, repute, respect, standing |
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(noun) a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery" |
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Synonyms: accolade, award, honor, honour |
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Related Words: Nobel prize, Oscar, academic degree, approval, cachet, citation, commendation, commendation, crown, decoration, degree, honorable mention, laurel wreath, letter, medal, medallion, mention, palm, pennant, ribbon, seal, seal of approval, symbol, trophy, varsity letter |
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