1. (noun) an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement

• citation

2. (noun) a message expressing a favorable opinion

• approval

1. (noun) a message expressing a favorable opinion

• acclaim
• acclamation
• eclat
• plaudit
• plaudits
• applause
• clapping
• hand clapping
• approbation
• cheer
• congratulations
• extolment
• kudos
• praise
• connivance
• secret approval
• tacit consent
• countenance
• endorsement
• imprimatur
• indorsement
• sanction
• warrant
• credit
• recognition
• encouragement
• permission
• testimonial
• tribute

1. (noun) an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement

• accolade
• award
• honor
• honour
• laurels

2. (noun) a message expressing a favorable opinion

• content
• message
• subject matter
• substance

1. (noun) an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement

• cite
• mention
• commend

2. (noun) a message expressing a favorable opinion

• approbate
• commend
• commend
• recommend
• commend

1. (noun) a message expressing a favorable opinion

• disapproval