LAUDATIONS Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

laudations

noun

plural of laudation

as in acclaim

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Noun

During Morris’ tenure, Pixar’s feature films have generated more than $12 billion at the global box office, continuing a legacy of critical acclaim and cultural relevance.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 5 Nov. 2026
The spacecraft duly swung by Jupiter's and Saturn's systems (some months apart from each other) to great acclaim before parting pathways.

— Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of acclaim

Noun

As per tradition, 12 career achievement awards will be presented, all shaped like the Stella della Mole, the 12-point sculpture atop Turin’s Museo Nazionale del Cinema and an emblem of both the city and the event.

— Ben Croll, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026
John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell and Steve Buscemi star in writer-director Martin McDonagh’s awards hopeful about two CIA operatives who travel from Santiago, Chile, to Easter Island in 1973.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

Every year, the panel awards special prizes to chefs, front-of-house staff, and activists who are leading the charge in hospitality.

— Nathan Tavares, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
In addition to the superior snacks and sips, guests can bid on and win prizes and participate in raffles, with proceeds supporting The Kitchen House’s mission.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of prizes

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Under his leadership, the district expanded from one school to four and received plaudits for spending less than other districts per pupil while scoring high on tests.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
Executive produced by Academy Award winner Lupita N’yongo, the film won the Un Certain Regard section’s Freedom Prize along with 65 other international plaudits, including audience awards at El Gouna and Singapore.

— Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of plaudits

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Tapestry's recognition also adds to a growing collection of national honors earned by Minnesota food businesses.

— CBS News, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Jacoby will compete for regional Teacher of the Year honors through the central states, followed by a national competition next fall.

— Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026

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