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noun
An official approval; the mark denoting it (in a document); a sanction; (figuratively) any semiofficial, authoritative, or humorous approval.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Synonyms: stamp of approval, certification, endorsement
Antonyms: none provided
noun
an indication of approved or superior status
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: cachet, seal
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels
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