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awards

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //əˈwɔɹdz// UK //ɐwˈɔːdz// awards

n. prizes or honors given to people to recognize their hard work or success. You receive one when you win a competition or do something very well.

n. prizes, honors, or marks of recognition bestowed in honor of an achievement. Often used in the plural to refer to a formal ceremony or the general category of accolades.


SIMPLE

She won several awards for her science project.

CONTEXTUAL

The film received multiple awards at the international festival, including best director and best screenplay.

COMPLEX

While the prestige of these awards often translates into higher commercial sales, the primary value for many artists remains the peer recognition inherent in the nomination process.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural when referring to a ceremony ('the awards') or a collection of honors.

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