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medal Synonyms
Another word for medal
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• noun (Context 1)
A flat piece of metal stamped with a design or inscription, typically given as an award for bravery, excellence, or winning a competition.
Usage Example
"The athlete proudly displayed her gold award after winning the championship race."
Strongest
award
Strong
decoration
prize
Weak
honor
• verb (Context 2)
To win or earn a medal in a sporting event or competition.
Usage Example
"Despite recovering from a recent injury, he medaled in all three of his gymnastics events."
Strong
win
place
• noun (Context 3)
A small flat piece of metal bearing a religious image or symbol, worn as an emblem of devotion.
Usage Example
"She wore a silver Saint Christopher amulet on a chain around her neck for safe travels."
Weak
amulet
pendant
Opposites of medal
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of medal varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
lose
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Medal. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/medal