Accolade

noun/ak-uh-layd/

Meaning

an award or privilege granted as a special honour or as an acknowledgment of merit.

In context
The novelist received an accolade for her contribution to literature.

Remember it

Accolade sounds like 'a cool aid' medal — a special honour handed to a high achiever.

Use it well

Often plural: 'received accolades for'; suits awards nights, reviews and sport write-ups.