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congratulations Antonyms

Opposite of congratulations

Because the opposite of congratulations shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• interjection (Context 1)

An exclamation used to express praise, approval, or shared joy for someone's achievement, milestone, or good fortune.

Usage Example

"condolences on passing your final medical licensing exams!"

Strongest
condolences
commiserations
Strong
boo

• noun (Context 2)

Words or expressions communicating praise, approval, and good wishes for an achievement or fortunate event.

Usage Example

"The newlyweds received warm condolences from friends and family around the world."

Strongest
condolences
commiserations
Strong
censure
reproach
criticism
condemnation

Similar words to congratulations

Words similar to congratulations shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

congrats
felicitations
compliments
kudos
good wishes
best wishes
well done
bravo
See all synonyms of congratulations

• Nearby Words

conglomeration
congratulate
congratulation
congratulations
congratulatory
congregate
congregation

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Congratulations. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/congratulations
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