as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
an actor who in his lifetime received all the laud and honor that the theater world could bestow
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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in to praise
to proclaim the glory of
the nation's people were expected to laud the dictator at every opportunity
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Recent Examples of laud
George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2023
To — gulp — laud Rob Manfred for bringing life back to the game?
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 8 Apr. 2023
Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Teammates and coaches lauded his work ethic.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
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Noun
One culprit is California’s ultra-progressive state income tax that Newsom lauds.
—George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2023
To — gulp — laud Rob Manfred for bringing life back to the game?
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 8 Apr. 2023
Verb
In a statement announcing that appointment in March, Johnson lauded White's experience and institutional knowledge.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Teammates and coaches lauded his work ethic.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laud
Noun
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During a 37-minute speech that was interrupted by applause more than 30 times, Lamont covered a wide variety of topics.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
4 Feb. 2026
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About 25 Venezuelans stood up and broke into applause, finally relieved that their former investment advisor who pleaded guilty to stealing $94 million from them and dozens of others would be locked up for a long time.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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His ability to not only balance our budget but to turn a surplus while adding so many citizens is a model that should be applauded and envied.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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Appeal expected Immigration advocates and lawyers involved in the litigation applauded the decision.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In the same breath, Cosgrove praised Diggins for being vulnerable throughout her rise up the ranks, such as sharing her struggle with an eating disorder, which has played a role in inspiring the next generation to face their own struggles.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2026
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Murad Awawdeh, president and CEO of the New York Immigration Coalition, praised the mayor’s directive in a statement.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The win marks the latest accolade for the song, which has already earned a Grammy, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award, in addition to an Academy Award nomination.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
7 Feb. 2026
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African films depicting same-sex relationships have historically been censored on the continent, including those that garnered international accolades.—
Preeti Jha,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Albanese hailed the signing as a significant extension of existing security and defense cooperation.—
NINIEK KARMINI,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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So began a comeback journey hailed as triumphant and inspirational.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Los Angeles Dodgers will accept an invitation to the White House for a ceremony to celebrate their 2025 World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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This was confirmed with a photo released to celebrate the Prince of Wales’ birthday that featured the puppies and mentioned them in the caption.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Why book Because the glory days of summer camp need not be confined to childhood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Harold Lloyd is the title rookie who gets to Tate University looking for football glory and maybe a girlfriend, too, and quickly becomes the resident tackling dummy in a template for sports and college comedies that followed.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Andre Vásquez commended the students’ action.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Feb. 2026
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Djokovic crossed paths with Alcaraz between the five-set semifinals and commended him on pushing through.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Laud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laud. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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