LAUDED Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

lauded

verb

past tense of laud

as in praised

to declare enthusiastic approval of the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel

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as in celebrated

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 lauded Her latest record is garnering significant critical acclaim, as Confessions II is widely being lauded as her best album since 2005’s original Confessions on a Dance Floor. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026 Agriculture groups have lauded the H-2A bill for its efforts to keep costs stable for farmers. — Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2026 Pitcher Michael Wacha is lauded for his consistency on the mound. — Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026 During the last Summer Games, Paris was lauded for how accessible the Games were, with nearly every venue reachable by Metro, commuter train, tram or bus. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 The Daisy Dog at Daisy, $15 The spicy margaritas are hot at Sherman Oaks’ lauded tequila bar, but the Daisy Dog is hotter. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 Although not as lauded critically, the release was later recognized by some as Scott’s breakout hit. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026 Dining options at the resort include the impressive and much-lauded RIME restaurant. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026 Alameda County officials lauded his role in tackling the county’s most complex issues. — Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

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It’s praised by critics as one of their best albums and has earned regular spots on their setlists ever since.

— Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 19 July 2026
Messi praised Yamal as a top talent during an event with Fanatics in between the respective press conferences.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of praised

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White, who celebrated his 51st birthday last week, is on tour in support of his eighth solo album, Frozen Charlotte.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2026
It’s celebrated on July 14 because that’s the day Parisians stormed the Bastille fortress and prison in 1789, helping spark the French Revolution that overthrew the monarchy and sent King Louis XVI and his queen Marie-Antoinette to the guillotine.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026

Definition of celebrated

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Johnson, of Louisiana, applauded Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, and others on the panel for moving swiftly to advance the resolution and unlock what would be Republicans’ third reconciliation bill this Congress.

— Kevin Freking, Fortune, 15 July 2026
The chamber, filled with a number of Democratic and Republican senators, applauded after she was sworn in.

— Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 14 July 2026

Definition of applauded

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Circe, who is blessed with some powers of insight, turns out to be right.

— Eliana Dockterman, Time, 17 July 2026
Even just one win in international football is superb, but the point about Deschamps is that he has been blessed with one of the most astonishing generations of talent the game has ever seen.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 15 July 2026

Definition of blessed

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After years of lobbying, the 40% tax relief on movies of up to £15M ($20M) budget was hailed by the likes of Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott and Barbara Broccoli when it was finally introduced in the spring of 2024.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 14 July 2026
The fact that the lights stayed on is being hailed by industry group Concentric Energy Advisors as direct validation of recent, heavy capital spending.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

Definition of hailed

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Dismissed on its release, Possession has become recognized as one of the essential horror films of its era, acclaimed largely for its direction and Adjani’s frenzied performance — two elements that wouldn’t work without Neill’s grounding presence.

— Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026
While the revival was also critically acclaimed on Broadway and attendance has been relatively high, its $1 million or so weekly box office tally has not been able to compete with the high running costs for a large musical.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026

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