Illustrated Academy Awards scene — AI-generated artwork behind this award's word search puzzle
Academy Awards, as a word search. 12 words drawn from its ceremony, its trophy, and the craft it honours sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: OSCAR, STATUETTE, ACADEMY, CEREMONY, NOMINEE, NOMINATION, REDCARPET, GALA, PICTURE, DIRECTOR, ACTOR, ACTRESS.
There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
Academy Awards word list, defined
OSCAR/ˈɒskər/ · noun
The Oscar is a prestigious award given annually for excellence in cinematic achievements, such as acting, directing, and film production. It is officially known as the Academy Award. Related: Academy Award, Academy Awards, Oscar statuette, golden statuette.
STATUETTE/ˈstætʊɪt/ · noun
A small statue, typically made of metal or ceramic, often given as a prize or award. A small figurine or model, especially one made of precious material. Related: statue, figurine, miniature, model.
ACADEMY/ˈækədəmi/ · noun
An institution for scientific, artistic, or educational instruction; a school or college for a particular profession or activity. Related: school, college, institute, university.
CEREMONY/ˈsɛrɪməni/ · noun
A formal or official act or occasion, typically with a ritual or symbolic element; a public display of respect or celebration. Related: rite, ritual, ceremony, observance.
NOMINEE/ˈnɒnɪni/ · noun
A person or thing that is proposed or officially suggested for a particular position, award, or honor. A person or thing that is officially chosen or selected for a particular position, award, or honor. Related: candidate, entrant, entrant, entrant.
NOMINATION/ˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/ · noun
The act of proposing or suggesting someone or something for a particular position, award, or honor. A formal proposal or suggestion for someone or something to be considered for a particular position, award, or honor. Related: proposal, suggestion, recommendation, nominee.
GALA/ˈɡɑːlə/ · noun
A festival or celebration, especially one with entertainment and music. A variety of a fruit, especially an apple or a pear. Related: festival, celebration, party, bash.
PICTURE/ˈpɪktʃər/ · noun, verb
A visual representation of something, typically a two-dimensional image. To create or capture a visual representation of something. Related: image, photograph, painting, drawing.
DIRECTOR/dɪˈrektər/ · noun
A person who directs or supervises a film, play, or other performance. A person who is in charge of a company or organization. Related: manager, supervisor, head, chief.
ACTOR/æk.tɔː/ · noun
A person who performs in a play, film, or television show, typically by speaking and acting out a written script. An actor may also refer to a person who pretends to be someone else, often for entertainment or dramatic effect. Related: performer, player, thespian, dramatist.
ACTRESS/æktres/ · noun
A female actor, especially one who plays a leading role in a play, film, or television show. Related: actress, actress, performer, theatricalist.