laud

US /lɑːd/

UK /lɑːd/

1.

praise (a person or their achievements) highly, especially in a public context

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The critics lauded her performance in the play.

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He was lauded for his bravery.

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praise extol hail applaud acclaim

1.

a song or hymn of praise or glorification

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The choir sang a laud to the heavens.

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The ancient text contained many lauds to the gods.

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praise hymn ode eulogy panegyric

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cum laude magna cum laude summa cum laude