Congratulatory

/kənˈɡrætʃəˌleɪtəri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Expressing congratulation; conveying joy or pleasure in another's success.

She sent a congratulatory card to her friend after the promotion.

Characterized by or conveying good wishes on a success or achievement.

The congratulatory remarks from his colleagues made him feel appreciated.

Relating to expressions of joy over someone's achievements.

The congratulatory celebration lasted all evening, filled with laughter and cheers.

From the Latin 'congratulatus', past participle of 'congratulari', meaning to wish joy.

congratulatory remarks

Phrases expressing congratulations.

send congratulatory wishes

To convey one's good wishes in response to someone else's achievement.

congratulate

To express pleasure to someone regarding their achievements.

congratulation

An expression of joy or acknowledgment when someone achieves something.

Props

He gave me props for my presentation.

Kudos

She got kudos for her hard work on the project.