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 Aestura’s Atobarrier365 Cream is a K-beauty go-to, lauded by shoppers with dry-slash-sensitive skin for its moisturizing and barrier-boosting perks. — Sophie Dunne, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026 The series has been lauded for elevating the superhero genre while presenting as a gritty crime drama. — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026 The head coach lauded improvements from the offensive line, said the running game got better in the second half and refused to throw receiver Romeo Doubs under the bus, noting that drops sometimes happen. — Chad Graff, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Wachner had been once highly lauded as a musician who recorded over a dozen albums of his own and other composers' music, and had been twice-nominated for Grammy Awards as a conductor. — Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 9 Sep. 2026 The party is often lauded for steering the tiny nation toward economic prosperity but has also been criticized for suppressing dissent. — John Liu, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026 In selecting Villalobos, board members lauded his ability to communicate and to keep his finger on the pulse of the district. — Austin Horn september 8, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2026 She was also widely lauded for her $1 million donation to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2020 for Covid-19 research. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026 As a former first-round pick, Pearson was lauded as the next star in the Toronto Blue Jays organization. — Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

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Pembroke Pines Police Chief Jose Vargas on Wednesday made the decision to shut down all license-plate cameras in the city, a decision urged by Mayor Angelo Castillo and praised by commissioners during their regular meeting Thursday night.

— Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2026
Speaking outside the court Friday, defense attorney Kevin Reddington praised Clancy for enduring in such a difficult situation.

— Carmel Wroth, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of praised

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Bieber celebrated her eighth wedding anniversary with husband Justin on a scenic vacation, which is where said sweater-season nails made their appearance.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 14 Sep. 2026
The Etruscan painted tombs of Tarquinia, Italy, dating from around the 7th to the 1st century BCE, have long been celebrated for their vivid iconography and remarkable state of preservation.

— Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of celebrated

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He also was applauded by many people for his actions on the sideline.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026
The group People Not Politicians Missouri, which sponsored the redistricting referendum, applauded the Supreme Court decisions that left the state court ruling in place.

— DAVID A. LIEB, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of applauded

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Charlotte is blessed with a bounty of bakeries stocking fresh cakes, cupcakes, croissants and other treats to soothe your sweet tooth.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026
Not for nothing has White Barn Inn been blessed with just about every hospitality and dining award possible—from the endless applause of regional magazines and AAA five diamond ratings to a spot on Traveler's Gold List.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of blessed

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An irritated Pitts hailed a cab and headed down the West Side Highway.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
The unusual circumstances that piqued the interest of casual players was hailed as a once-in-a-lifetime gift that would widen the playing field for gaming consumers.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of hailed

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Starring Birbiglia, Keegan-Michael Key, Gillian Jacobs, Kate Micucci, Tami Sagher and Chris Gethard, that critically acclaimed SXSW dramedy released in 2016.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 24 Aug. 2026
Many viewers praised the former child star as the beating heart of the series, and it was critically acclaimed.

— Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026

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