Medal of Freedom

noun phrase

: a U.S. decoration awarded to civilians for meritorious achievement in any of various fields

Examples of Medal of Freedom in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Her fingers, capped in a fresh set of baby pink acrylic nails, were embellished with Super Bowl–size rings featuring her kids’ initials, a blinding diamond (engagement ring), and a copy of Charlie’s Presidential Medal of Freedom. — Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 29 Sep. 2026

Chavez was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. — Nicole Harris, Parents, 19 Sep. 2026

And the president recognized Crowther, also a volunteer firefighter, by awarding him the Presidential Medal of Freedom. — Seung Min Kim, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation’s highest civilian award and is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the United States, including through public service, achievement or acts of extraordinary courage. — Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above