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laud

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noun \ ˈlȯd \

Definition of laud

1 lauds or Lauds plural in form but singular or plural in construction :an office of solemn praise to God forming with matins (see matins 1) the first of the canonical hours (see canonical hour 2)

2 :praise, acclaim

all glory, laud and honor to Thee
—J. M. Neale

Examples of laud in a Sentence

an actor who in his lifetime received all the laud and honor that the theater world could bestow

Recent Examples of laud from the Web

The young priests rise by 6 a.m. each day and gather in the chapel to sing lauds, a morning prayer to praise God as the sun rises.

— Washington Post, "Young Nebraska priests’ chants become best-selling album," 24 May 2017

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Origin and Etymology of laud

Middle English laudes (plural), from Medieval Latin, from Latin, plural of laud-, laus praise

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First Known Use: 14th century

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laud Synonyms

Synonyms

acclaim, accolade, applause, bay (s), credit, distinction, homage, honor, kudos, glory, laurels, props [slang], réclame, sun

Related Words

celebrity, fame, renown, repute; compliment, encomium, eulogy, panegyric, toast, tribute; acclamation, ovation, plaudit, praise, rave, rhapsody; citation, commendation, kudo, note, recommendation; elevation, enshrinement, enthronement, exaltation, glorification

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laud

verb

Definition of laud

transitive verb

:praise, extol

He was lauded for his accomplishments.

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Examples of laud in a Sentence

He was much lauded as a successful businessman.
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel

Recent Examples of laud from the Web

The 6-foot-1 junior, who previously played for coach Mike Leach at Washington State, has often been lauded for his quick release and strong arm.

— jesse newell, kansascity, "KU football might not name starting quarterback before Sept. 2 opener," 18 Aug. 2017
If anything, L.T. should be lauded for being the ultimate team player that day by pulling himself.

— profootballdoc, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Looking back: Hurt of '07 AFC Championship immense for L.T., Chargers, San Diego," 10 Aug. 2017
That restaurant, The Dabney, has been lauded for its food and approach to cooking.

— b.r.j. o'donnell, The Atlantic, "When Success Means Leaving Your Mentor," 9 Aug. 2017
The occasion was widely lauded by some of soccer's most influential powerbrokers.

— patrick brennan, The Courier-Journal, "How FC Cincinnati booked a marquee friendly against Valencia CF," 21 July 2017
The former chief's leadership was lauded after four Dallas officers and one transit officer were killed in July 2016.

— CBS News, "Ulysha Hall makes history as Dallas Police Dept.'s first female chief," 19 July 2017
The more simply Carolyn dressed, the more her look was lauded.

— claire coghlan, vanityfair.com, "Why Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Style Stands the Test of Time," 18 July 2017
In the 2015 memoir Lee cited, Kenney largely attributed past business failures to growing too fast, bad partners and the post-9-11 economy and lauded his plans for a Miami restaurant with Dascal.

— nancy dahlberg and carlos frías, miamiherald, "This celebrity chef brought Miami his innovative vegan food — and a trail of lawsuits," 15 July 2017
Over at The Guardian, art critic Jonathan Jones lauds Sam Gilliam's abstract piece featured in the exhibit.

— jason daley, Smithsonian, "Revolutionary Black Artists of the Civil Rights Era Get Exhibition in the UK," 15 July 2017

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Origin and Etymology of laud

Latin laudare, from laud-, laus

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laud Synonyms

Synonyms

accredit, applaud, cheer, crack up, hail, acclaim, praise, salute, tout

Antonyms

knock, pan, slam

Related Words

bravo, clap, rise (to); ballyhoo; approve, commend, endorse (also indorse), favor, recommend, root (for), support; celebrate, emblazon, eulogize, extol (also extoll), glorify, magnify, sing; adulate, belaud, flatter, overpraise; deify, idolize

Near Antonyms

belittle, discommend, disparage, put down; blame, censure, reprehend, reprobate; admonish, chide, criticize, rebuke, reprimand, reproach, reprove; castigate, excoriate, keelhaul, lambaste (or lambast), skewer, slag [chiefly British], vilify

Laud

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biographical name \ ˈlȯd \

Definition of Laud

William 1573–1645 English prelate; archbishop of Canterbury (1633–45)

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Laudian

play \ˈlȯ-dē-ən\ adjective

LAUD Defined for English Language Learners

laud

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Definition of laud for English Language Learners

: to praise (someone or something)

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