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lauded

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb laud has 1 sense
  1. laud, extol, exalt, glorify, proclaim - praise, glorify, or honor; "extol the virtues of one's children"; "glorify one's spouse's cooking"
    --1 is one way to praise
    Derived form: noun lauder2
    Sample sentence:
    Sam and Sue laud the movie

Definitions from the Web

Lauded

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Highly praised, acclaimed, or honored.

Synonyms: acclaimed, celebrated, praised, commended

Antonyms: criticized, condemned, denounced

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Part of Speech: Verb (Past Participle)

Sense 1:

Definition: To have praised or admired someone or something.

Example Sentence: The renowned artist was lauded for her unique painting style.

Synonyms: praised, honored, extolled

Antonyms: criticized, condemned, denounced

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Sense 2:

Definition: To have sung the praises of someone or something.

Example Sentence: The director lauded the exceptional performances of the actors in his latest film.

Synonyms: praised, acclaimed, celebrated

Antonyms: criticized, condemned, denounced


Part of Speech: Verb (Transitive)

Sense 1:

Definition: To praise or honor someone or something.

Example Sentence: The President lauded the efforts of the volunteers in rebuilding the disaster-stricken city.

Synonyms: praised, commended, glorified

Antonyms: criticized, condemned, denounced

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Part of Speech: Verb (Intransitive)

Definition: To praise or express admiration.

Example Sentence: The crowd lauded as the champion lifted the trophy in victory.

Synonyms: applauded, cheered, admired

Antonyms: jeered, booed, criticized

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