Awards And Honors

noun an award or privilege granted as a special honor or as an acknowledgment of merit

• The scientist received the highest accolade in his field for his groundbreaking research.
• I heard that Sarah got another accolade at work for her exceptional performance.
• Dude, you totally deserve an accolade for pulling off that stunt!
• Winning the championship was the ultimate accolade for years of hard work and dedication.

noun the act of giving something as a gift or honor

• The bestowal of the prestigious award was a great honor for the recipient.
• Getting that scholarship was like a big bestowal for her.
• Winning that contest was the ultimate bestowal for him.
• The bestowal of knowledge is a gift that keeps on giving.