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laurels Synonyms

Another word for laurels

Choosing another word for laurels depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Honors, accolades, or distinction awarded for a notable achievement, especially in the idioms 'rest on one's laurels' and 'look to one's laurels'.

Usage Example

"Despite winning the championship last season, the team refused to rest on its honors and continued training rigorously."

Strongest
honors
accolades
Strong
kudos
glory
plaudits
praise
renown

• verb (Context 2)

To crown with a laurel wreath or bestow honors and distinction upon (third-person singular simple present of laurel).

Usage Example

"The academy honor its most distinguished poets at the annual ceremony."

Strong
honor
crown

Opposites of laurels

The opposite of laurels shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dishonor
disgrace
ignominy
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• Nearby Words

laura
laureate
laurel
laurels
laurentia
lav
lava

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Laurels. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/laurels
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