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MADem

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4. Acolytes?
Fri Dec 13, 2013, 09:40 AM
Dec 2013

Acolytes are fawning minions, accolades are praiseworthy tributes.

ac·co·lade
ˈakəˌlād,-ˌläd/Submit
noun
plural noun: accolades
1.
an award or privilege granted as a special honor or as an acknowledgment of merit.
"the ultimate official accolade of a visit by the president"
synonyms: honor, privilege, award, gift, title; More
an expression of praise or admiration.
synonyms: tribute, commendation, praise, testimonial, compliment, pat on the back; More
2.
a touch on a person's shoulders with a sword at the bestowing of a knighthood.
https://www.google.com/#newwindow=1&q=accolade



ac·o·lyte noun \ˈa-kə-ˌlīt, -kō-\
: someone who follows and admires a leader

: someone who helps the person who leads a church service

Full Definition of ACOLYTE

1
: one who assists a member of the clergy in a liturgical service by performing minor duties
2
: one who attends or assists : follower
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acolyte

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