noun
- plural of congratulator; people who express congratulations or offer praise and good wishes to someone on an achievement or happy occasion
Usage: formal or literary; less common than 'congratulators' in modern usage; 'people who congratulate' is often preferred
Examples
- The award winner was surrounded by congratulators eager to share in her success.
- His congratulators lined up to shake his hand after the championship victory.
- The bride and groom received many congratulators throughout the reception.
- Among the congratulators were colleagues, friends, and family members.
- The athlete thanked all her congratulators for their kind words and support.