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noun

plural of laud

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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verb

present tense third-person singular of laud

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

Noun

Tauer lauds Minessale’s parents for raising a thoughtful, humble and determined son. — Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025

Verb

India’s Modi lauds the pilot’s courage Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called Machchhar a hero. — Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 Ward dissects the Black experience in America, reflects on her own experience as a young Black girl growing up in poverty in southern Mississippi, lauds the writers who influenced her, and examines her own motivations as a writer. — The Know, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2026 Perfumer Michael Nordstrand lauds Hermès H24 as a unique spin on a fougère, a classically masculine fragrance profile that often gets compared to the smell of aftershave in a barbershop. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026 The report lauds President Joe Biden’s administration for signing a sweeping COVID-19 stimulus package, as well as laws supporting minority small businesses and a bipartisan infrastructure bill. — Matt Brown, Fortune, 30 July 2026 Newman lauds the determination of a 30,000-volunteer team involved in the massive operation that is organizing and running these camps. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026 Global editorial director and US editor in chief Amy Astley lauds the medium-firm hybrid mattress for its five ergonomic zones and soft yet supportive layers of organic natural latex. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 The Knicks will be getting their first-ever ticker-tape parade on Thursday as New York lauds their amazing victory. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 June 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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauds

Noun

Eva Marie Saint, a revered actress whose two preeminent performances — On the Waterfront and North by Northwest — encapsulated the glories of the 1950s’ Hollywood studio system, died on Tuesday.

— Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026
The glories of some former age may be lamented, and our sympathies directed to parties judged righteous or wronged.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of glories

Verb

Valdes applauds her patient’s athletic lifestyle and said several large studies back the benefits of finding a physical and social activity when dealing with cancer.

— Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
Even so, Wilson applauds Hamilton for making classical studies popular and accessible through her vigorous writing style and skill as a storyteller.

— David Conrads, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of applauds

Verb

The editorial praises the Shedd for trying to save the whales in this time of crisis, even though the animals had a record of previous poor living conditions and dubious care.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026
Sandy praises her crew for performing efficiently under pressure, and gives out the $1,807 each of them earned from a $23,500 tip.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of praises

Noun

The first Chinese singer to appear on IFPI’s annual Global Digital Singles Chart, and the recipient of numerous accolades including Billboard’s Women in Music Global Force Award, Tia has steadily strengthened her international presence.

— Billboard China, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
Ditka's illustrious career and numerous accolades speak for themselves, but his stories and lasting impact will be remembered for generations.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of accolades

Verb

Kyiv hails the vote as vital political backing after months of lobbying, but the sanctions’ real impact hinges on how aggressively Washington enforces the new powers at home and abroad.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
Techno-optimism hails AI’s transformative potential to solve major social problems and address unmet needs.

— Marianne Cooper, Time, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of hails

Verb

Tampa Bay Rays' Junior Caminero celebrates a two-run home run against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 Oct. 2026
Fresh bread, pastries, and cakes are baked daily and served alongside fruit, a huge variety of cheeses, hummus, salmon, and egg dishes, and—a given at a hotel that celebrates traditional Madrid life— churros.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of celebrates

Noun

Among his official honors, he was named an officer of the French Order of Merit for his services to fashion by French President Emmanuel Macron last year.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Just a week after earning C-USA Special Teams Player of the Week honors by converting all five field-goal attempts, kicker Robert Czeremcha missed twice, including a potential game-tying kick at the end of regulation.

— Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of honors

Verb

The report commends changes including protecting wetlands, improving stormwater and wastewater infrastructure, and expanding water quality monitoring, including notification programs that warn people about unsafe conditions in rivers and streams.

— Joe Brandt, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Maynard also commends the company for its presentation of the result, in light of AI’s tendency to copy humans’ mathematical results and present them as its own ideas.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026

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