LAUDATIONS Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

laudations

noun

plural of laudation

as in acclaim

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Noun

The next year, Yates followed up this success with the short-story collection Eleven Kinds of Loneliness, which likewise won critical acclaim.

— Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 July 2026
Despite its near-universal acclaim, Kesey himself was not a fan.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026

Definition of acclaim

Noun

People in costumes marched alongside floats with advertisements and extravagantly patriotic decorations.

— Nolan Rogalski, The Providence Journal, 5 July 2026
On Monday, June 29, multiple trucks were spotted outside the famous arena with workers loading equipment, grass and other decorations inside.

— Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of decorations

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In the unlikely event that Michael doesn’t get to the $1 billion mark this weekend, Lionsgate may very well rerelease the film in theaters in the fall as awards season begins to ramp up.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
It was actually made for awards voters and meant to be destroyed.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

In 2026, the agency is again incentivizing participants with cash — there are separate categories for novices and professionals, each with their own prizes.

— Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Trainers should take time to look up from their phones and see any hidden prizes.

— Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Definition of prizes

Noun

The honors included acting nods for Rhys in Lead, Kate O’Flynn and Dale Dickey in Supporting Actress, Stephen Root in Supporting Actor, and Hamish Linklater and Betty Gilpin in the Guest categories.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 8 July 2026
The series, which wrapped its sophomore season in April, topped the nominees with 25 honors.

— Erin Jensen, USA Today, 8 July 2026

Definition of honors

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