kudo

noun

ˈkü-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce kudo (audio)
Definition of kudonext
1
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement an honorary degree from her alma mater that is simply the latest kudo for an outstanding career in journalism

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2
as in compliment
an admiring personal remark a kudo is in order for the way the young people acquitted themselves at their first formal dance

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Recent Examples of kudo But despite Saldaña’s numerous kudos, the Spanish language musical has had a rocky path this awards season. — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025 And kudos to the people at Garmin for realizing there’s a huge market for this. — Scott Kramer, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 The Oscars, airing March 2 on ABC and streaming live on Hulu, will offer up kudos for some of these astonishments. — Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Feb. 2025 Beside a photo of Patrick posing for Interview Magazine, Pratt gave him major kudos on his performance in the hit anthology series. — Esther Kang, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kudo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudo
  1. award
  2. compliment
  3. prize
  4. tribute
  5. accolade
  6. commendation
Noun
  • On Friday, the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrated award winners at a lunch at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables.
    — Pedro Portal, Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The Children’s and Family Emmys kicked off with some of its marquee series awards in the afternoon, and was set to segue to Creative Arts Children’s and Family Emmys in the evening.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of award
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  • Read more Where to Spray Perfume for the Most Long-Lasting Scent Prepare for compliments.
    — Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2025
  • This woman has been begging for a compliment since Episode 1!
    — Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of compliment
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  • Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes and are encouraged to sign the back of their ticket, the Florida Lottery said.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Both missed out on the prizes at the 97th Oscars, which were held a the Dolby Theatre a week last Sunday (March 2).
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2025
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  • Ultimately, the impact of the fires prompted Oscar producers to begin the show with a tribute to Los Angeles as seen in films through the years, with the video montage leading into Grande and Erivo.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The Mercury plan to induct her into their ring of honor this summer — a fitting tribute to one of the game’s greatest players. Want more sports news?
    — John Marshall, The Denver Post, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of tribute
Noun
  • The special accolade celebrates artists’ contributions to pop culture.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2025
  • American, German, Italian, French, and British companies competed in the late 1920s and early 1930s to outdo one another in size, speed, and luxury, culminating in legendary races to claim the Blue Riband, the accolade for the fastest Atlantic crossing.
    — David Nikel, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • The boys received commendations from the police department and local civic organizations.
    — Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Acknowledgment can manifest in various forms, including verbal commendations, bonuses or public accolades.
    — Wayne Yu, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of commendation

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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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