award ceremonies

Trophy distribution events

Award ceremonies are formal events where prizes, honors, or recognition are presented to recipients.

They typically follow a scripted program with speeches, announcements, and the physical handing over of trophies, medals, or certificates: The Oscars is the most-watched award ceremony in entertainment.

The format spans everything from school assemblies to televised galas.

Opposites
formality and recognition

award ceremonieshouse parties

Social events at residences

backyard barbecues · hangouts · potlucks · game nights

evaluation outcome

award ceremoniesdisciplinary hearings

Formal proceedings examining alleged violations

sentencing hearings · court-martials · tribunals · impeachment proceedings · court-martial

public attention type

award ceremoniespublic shaming

Communal reputational punishment

perp walks · show trials · roasts · cancellations · walk of shame

Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G