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   Ku·dos

   /ˈko͞oˌdōs/

   

   noun

   • 1. praise and honor received for an achievement: "she was looking for kudos rather than profit"
   • ▪ compliments or congratulations: "kudos to everyone who put the event together"

   Word Origin late 18th century: Greek.

   Scrabble Points: 10

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2. 7esl.com › kudos-meaningKudos Meaning: What Does Kudos Mean? • 7ESL

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   Nov 3, 2023 · Kudos is a term often used to express admiration and praise for someone’s achievements or position in society. Derived from the Greek word kŷdos, meaning “praise” or “renown,” the term has evolved to be a popular way of giving recognition to individuals for their accomplishments.

3. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › kudosKudos - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   IPA. Dictionary definition of kudos. Recognition, respect or praise for a particular achievement or accomplishment. "The actor received kudos for her performance in the lead role of the play." Detailed meaning of kudos. It is often used as a way of expressing admiration or congratulations to someone who has done something worthy of recognition.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryKUDO definition in American English | Collins English Dictionary

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   3 days ago · kudo in American English. (ˈkuːdou, ˈkjuː-) noun Word forms: plural (for 2) -dos. 1. honor; glory; acclaim. No greater kudo could have been bestowed. 2. a statement of praise or approval; accolade; compliment. one kudo after another.

5. www.straightdope.com › what-s-the-origin-of-the-word-kudosWhat’s the origin of the word "kudos"? - The Straight Dope

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   Sept 12, 1999, 11:00pm PDT. Dear Straight Dope: A friend asked me this question the other day, and since I’m clueless, I’m throwing it to you. Just exactly how did the word “kudos” originate to be a reward of sorts? Cathy. Dex replies: From the Greek kydos which entered English as British university slang in the early 1800s.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishKUDO definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   May 1, 2024 · Definition of 'kudo' kudo in American English. (ˈkuːdou, ˈkjuː-) noun Word forms: plural (for 2) -dos. 1. honor; glory; acclaim. No greater kudo could have been bestowed. 2. a statement of praise or approval; accolade; compliment. one kudo after another. USAGE See kudos 1. Most material © 2005, 1997, 1991 by Penguin Random House LLC.

7. www.oed.com › dictionary › kudos_nkudos, n. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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   What does the noun kudos mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun kudos . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

8. www.wordsmyth.netkudos | Dictionaries and vocabulary tools for English ...

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   kudos: definition: (used with a sing. or pl. verb) praise, honor, and appreciation for work done or status achieved.