laurels lau·rels US/ˈlɔrʌlz/ uncommon noun 1. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction “an award for bravery” Synonymsawardaccoladehonorhonour 2. the state of being honored Synonymshonorhonour Antonymsdishonor 3. (antiquity) wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory Synonymslaurel wreathbay wreath Related words Word family honourhonoraward Broader terms wreathsymbolstanding Narrower terms trophyaliyahacademic degreepennantcachetcitationmentionlettergloryfameesteemrepute WordNet 2.1 (Princeton University). CMU Pronouncing Dictionary. WordNet 2.1 Copyright Princeton University. All rights reserved.