Accolade and Sermon

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Accolade noun - A formal expression of praise.

Usage example: for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials

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Sermon is an antonym for accolade.

Sermon noun - A public speech usually by a member of the clergy for the purpose of giving moral guidance or uplift.

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Accolade is an antonym for sermon.

Nearby Word: sermonize

traditional accolade

traditional sermon

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