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CONGRATULATIONS

(noun, interj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Congratulations.

How to pronounce congratulations:

UK

Congratulations - as a noun

An expression of approval and commendation

Example: "He always appreciated praise for his work"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extolment18kudos10praise8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
approval15commendation19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Congratulations - as an interjection

Expressing praise and approval, expressing approbation.

Example Sentences

"They sent their congratulations on their wedding anniversary."
"The whole team gave her their congratulations on winning the award."
"Please extend my congratulations to your parents on their new house."
"He received numerous congratulations for graduating with high honors."
"Everyone applauded and offered their congratulations to the newly engaged couple."
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Word Game Points

Is CONGRATULATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, congratulations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONGRATULATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is CONGRATULATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, congratulations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONGRATULATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is CONGRATULATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, congratulations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONGRATULATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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