Felicitations

/fəˌlɪsɪˈteɪʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of felicitation; multiple expressions of congratulations or good wishes.

Etymology

Standard plural form of felicitation, formed by adding -s. Retains the formal Latin-derived structure while indicating multiple instances of congratulatory expression.

Kelly Says

The plural form emphasizes a shower of congratulations—imagine opening a card that says 'Felicitations!' in fancy script. The formality of the word makes even simple congratulations sound like they're coming from a Victorian-era ball.

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