What is another word for Medals?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛdə͡lz] (IPA)

Medals are awards given as a symbol of recognition and achievement. Synonyms for the word "medals" include honors, accolades, ribbons, trophies, badges, decorations, prizes, plaques, and distinctions. Honors are given to people as a tribute for excellent performance or significant contributions. Ribbons are narrow and brightly colored strips of cloth or plastic used for decorative purposes. Trophies are physical symbols of achievement, typically given for athletic or academic feats. Badges are typically metal or enamel tokens of membership or recognition for certain accomplishments. Decorations are medals that denote military or civil distinctions. Prizes are given for winning a competition or contest. Plaques are typically flat metal or wooden plates featuring inscriptions or reliefs. Distinctions are a generalized term for any form of honor or recognition.

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Usage examples for Medals

The visitor to such a foundry is shown Medals that have been granted for excellence of work exhibited in Vienna, and may see machines in process of construction which will be used upon the Continent; so that the village machinist, though apparently isolated, with nothing but fields around him, has in reality competitors upon every side.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
There you may see music pages written by him, letters, Medals, instruments; even his ear trumpet is there.
"Beethoven The story of a little boy who was forced to practice"
Thomas Tapper
An' all had Medals.
"The Desert of Wheat"
Zane Grey

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