kudos

Definition

Praise; accolades.

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek κῦδος (kûdos, “praise, renown”).

Example Sentences

• "The talented, young playwright received much kudos for his new drama."
• "I gave Chelsea much kudos for the birth of her first daughter."
• "Well, I will tell you this. Use your warrant: Arrest Mr. Inglethorp. But it will bring you no kudos—the case against him will be dismissed at once!"