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kudos

[koo-dohz, -dohs, -dos, kyoo-] / ˈku doʊz, -doʊs, -dɒs, ˈkyu- /
NOUN
praise, acclaim
Synonyms
STRONGEST
applause
STRONG
PR credit distinction eminence esteem fame flattery glory honor illustriousness notability plaudits plum preeminence prestige prominence puff raves regard renown repute strokes
WEAK
laudation pat on the back pumping up
Antonyms
STRONG
condemnation denunciation dishonor disregard disrespect ill repute unimportance
WEAK
blame criticism

Example Sentences

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She saw a colleague get kudos on Slack for completing a certificate program and, having earned the same certificate, wanted similar recognition on the messaging app used by her company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

So kudos to the president for shooting down Hassett’s idea.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

"I gave them kudos and credit in the post-match interview and I still would do that and we've got to make sure we prepare for this game and not re-analyse that one."

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

While newer cutting-edge series typically win critical kudos and accolades, Gen Z and Gen Alpha viewers are binge-watching programs that became hits on the broadcast and cable networks in the pre-streaming era.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

“I didn’t send that email about you. Trust me, I liked it, and kudos to the guy who made it...but I didn’t have anything to do with that.”

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan