as in glories
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
an actor who in his lifetime received all the laud and honor that the theater world could bestow
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as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in praises
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 lauds
Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025
Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
Qualcomm lauds the chip's ability to launch apps 20% faster and reduce screen stutter by 18%.
—Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Team Pritzker lauds last year’s amendments to CEJA, which included a new surcharge on electric bills to support the construction of batteries that can store power from intermittent sources like wind and solar and deploy the juice when later needed.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The dynamic is what Griffin lauds as Miami hustle.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Julian Schnabel was recently honored at the Texas Film Awards, which lauds filmmakers and talent who have ties to the Lone Star State.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakeman lauds law enforcement for massive bust Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman praised the officers' training and street smarts for the bust.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Danny Glover received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, which lauds individuals whose humanitarian work has credited the larger industry.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Baidu’s Li lauds AI’s potential for drug discovery, imaging proteins and treatments down to the molecular level to fully comprehend the structure of cancers and tumors.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
Noun
Tauer lauds Minessale’s parents for raising a thoughtful, humble and determined son.
—Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025
Verb
As the senior director of education for Denver Urban Gardens, Kirby lauds both the nutritional and mental-health benefits of gardening.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
Qualcomm lauds the chip's ability to launch apps 20% faster and reduce screen stutter by 18%.
—Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Team Pritzker lauds last year’s amendments to CEJA, which included a new surcharge on electric bills to support the construction of batteries that can store power from intermittent sources like wind and solar and deploy the juice when later needed.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The dynamic is what Griffin lauds as Miami hustle.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Julian Schnabel was recently honored at the Texas Film Awards, which lauds filmmakers and talent who have ties to the Lone Star State.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakeman lauds law enforcement for massive bust Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman praised the officers' training and street smarts for the bust.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Danny Glover received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, which lauds individuals whose humanitarian work has credited the larger industry.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Baidu’s Li lauds AI’s potential for drug discovery, imaging proteins and treatments down to the molecular level to fully comprehend the structure of cancers and tumors.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauds
Noun
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The handwritten sign on the cooler, extolling the glories of bottarga, is your first hint that Bottega Gabriele’s Italian bona fides run deep.—
Allecia Vermillion,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026
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But the trophies, the glories, the doubles, trebles and even more spectacular successes — six trophies, lest it be forgotten, in one year for Barca — tell only part of the story about why Pep Guardiola will be remembered among the genuine greats of his profession.—
Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
Verb
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But later that year, applauds turned into discontent voiced in several closed session meetings.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix doesn’t know which way to turn, Iwobi ends up with his hands on his head, Sander Berge simply stands and applauds.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
Verb
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The Jamaica international has scored four of City’s 14 goals from corners, but Restrepo in particular praises her influence in defence.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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Duarte also praises this formula for its lightweight feel and impressive color payoff.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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The spa The Mandarin Oriental’s spa is a major draw—and not only because the wellness center has earned some of the highest accolades in the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Her novels have won accolades from the New York Times, the American Booksellers Association, the American Library Association, and Junior Library Guild.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The project hails from writer Will Arbery (Succession), who also executive produces with Hiro Murai (Atlanta, Widow’s Bay), who also will direct.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Golden, who is departing Congress after his term, hails from a competitive district in Maine.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The latest collection, Vibrations of Spring, celebrates the end of winter, the cessation of snow and silence, the way light changes as summer approaches.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Taubman Museum of Art Located in a spectacular curved steel and glass building designed by a protégé of Frank Gehry, Taubman Museum of Art celebrates its 75th year in 2026.—
Julekha Dash,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Three special honors will be handed during ceremony — two Career Achievement recipients, presented to film editors of outstanding merit and the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year honor, presented to a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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Donald supposedly finished off his career three years ago by collecting eight sacks at his usual defensive tackle spot and earning both All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors.—
Armando Salguero,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Pat O'Donnell, executive director of SAG-AFTRA's Washington-Mid Atlantic Local, which represents hundreds of NPR journalists, commends the network's approach to making job cuts.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
18 May 2026
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Miss Manners commends you for not being one of them.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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“Lauds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauds. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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