noun an expression or mark of approval; honor; award.The actress received accolades from the critics for her performance in this new film.The governor’s plan drew accolades from the state’s mayors. See the…
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panoramic
adjective allowing or presenting a wide unbroken view of landscape and the like.From our hotel window, we had a panoramic view of the mountains. See the full entry
knave
noun an unscrupulous person; evildoer.That knave broke her heart and made off with her money. See the full entry
gallantry
noun 1. admirable courage.The medal is awarded for gallantry in battle. 2. courtesy or amorous attentiveness to women. See the full entry
ecstatic
adjective in a condition of extreme delight, overpowering emotion, or religious trance; enraptured.Ecstatic fans poured onto the field after the long-awaited victory. See the full entry
