dicséret

Dicséret is a Hungarian noun denoting praise, commendation, or accolade. It can refer to spoken or written expressions of appreciation directed at a person for a deed or virtue, or to religious or liturgical praise directed at God.

The word is derived from the verb dicsér, meaning to praise; the exact historical origin of dicséret is not definitively known. It is used in everyday language as well as in formal or ceremonial contexts, and it can carry either informal or official connotations depending on the context.

Usage varies by context. In everyday speech, one can say dicséretet mondani valakiről (to praise someone) or dicséretben részesülni (to receive praise). In formal settings, such as schools, workplaces, or civil service, dicséret may accompany recognition or awards, for example dicséretet kapott a teljesítményéért (he received praise for his performance). In religious contexts, dicséret refers to praising the divine and is often used in phrases alongside hálaadás (thanksgiving) within liturgical practice. Dicséret can thus function as both a social mechanism of positive appraisal and a religious act of praise.

Related terms include elismerés (recognition), dicsőítés (praise as worship), and méltatás (commendation). Dicséret emphasizes positive appraisal and gratitude rather than critical evaluation, and it is commonly used to acknowledge virtues, achievements, or contributions.