LAUDATIVE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

laudative

adjective

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Adjective

Not everyone is as laudatory of the president’s age and mental acuity.

— Linda Marx, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
But as the home’s superstructure emerged, so have neighbors’ opinions — both laudatory and critical.

— Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026

Definition of laudatory

Adjective

Cots, bottle warmers, bottle sterilizing tablets, and bed guards are offered, as well as babysitting services, swimming lessons, complimentary non-motorized water sports, and blended baby food especially prepared by the chef.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
This historic hotel sits along Cape May’s oh-so-charming beachfront, offering easy access to the sand where complimentary chairs, towels, and umbrellas await.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 July 2026

Definition of complimentary

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Gaps in disclosure have prompted calls to reform the ethics and lobbying laws so that the public can easily see who is providing the expensive perks to state officials who have the power to reward them with favorable legislation and other actions.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
Those numbers changed considerably when broken down by political party, with Republicans having a more favorable view of the economy than Democrats.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of favorable

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Vanessa Haydon hasn’t given an update on her battle with breast cancer in a few weeks, but the news is apparently positive.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
One out of five patients presenting to emergency departments screens positive for food insecurity across multiple urban studies.

— Cole Hanson, STAT, 16 July 2026

Definition of positive

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Though mighty hagiographic, McPhee’s ability to break down a player’s gifts makes a poetic case for the game.

— Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 18 June 2026
While these celebrity docs are hagiographic and formulaic, the interviews with Nadal and family and rivals like Federer and Novak Djokovic do push beyond the surface.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026

Definition of hagiographic

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Dusty rose, lavender, sage or terracotta are incredibly flattering and can read as a neutral; otherwise go bold with bright pink or turquoise—two trending hues for the season.

— Laurence Goldberg, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Many posts are reshares of flattering memes by his supporters.

— Matt Peterson, CNBC, 16 July 2026

Definition of flattering

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Organizers promoted the event as a family-friendly space with an Easter egg hunt and horse rides for children, according to the statement.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
There was a June 1977 friendly in Buenos Aires where punches were thrown and players were ejected.

— Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026

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