Synonyms of kudo

kudo

noun

ˈkü-(ˌ)dō 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• award
• prize
• accolade
• honor
• trophy
• medal
• premium
• plume
• decoration
• blue ribbon
• distinction
• applause
• badge
• laurel
• ribbon
• cup
• tribute
• plate
• commendation
• plaque
• crown
• plaudit
• compliment
• bravo
• citation
• eulogy
• homage
• encomium
• paean
• hallelujah
• honorable mention
• panegyric
• order

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compliment
• tribute
• commendation
• salutation
• citation
• bouquet
• eulogy
• homage
• accolade
• encomium
• paean
• panegyric
• valentine

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• insult
• epithet
• barb
• affront
• dart
• slight
• slur
• dig
• put-down

Examples of kudo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Never mind caring about any of these characters, a word that should technically be in scare quotes here, though kudos to the cast for being so nimble in switching personality traits, defining tics and signature cadences on a dime. —David Fear, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024

According to footage shared on the latter's TikTok, the two first met in September 2023, exchanging kudos while backstage at a performance. —Chris Barilla, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024

At Gold Derby, her oversight includes the platform’s coverage of awards such as the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Golden Globes, and as well as other kudos and events. —Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Sep. 2024

But kudos to her too for her vote of confidence in the city. —Mark Holgate, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2024