Synonyms for medal
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A stamped metal disc used as a personal ornament, a charm, or a religious object.
Related words
- Word family
- medallion
- Phrases
- medal play silver medal
Forms
- Plural
- medals → medallions, trophies, ribbons, decorations…
Example sentences
- trophy Wealthy older men often marry younger trophy wives.
- decoration Lori teaches a masterclass on cupcake decoration.
- ribbon The Ribbon of Saint George is a symbol of fascism.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| medal | steady | |
| trophy | rising | |
| decoration | steady | |
| ribbon | rising | |
| medallion | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- palm1
- 6 letters
- trophy2, ribbon2
- 9 letters
- medallion3
- 10 letters
- decoration4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (trophy2 = 2 syllables).