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Definitions

lauded

[law-did] / ˈlɔ dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
acclaimed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
renowned
STRONG
cheered extolled hailed
ADJECTIVE
flattered
Synonyms
STRONG
complimented exalted
ADJECTIVE
praised
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exalted
STRONG
aided blessed celebrated extolled flattered glorified helped worshipped
ADJECTIVE
renowned
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acclaimed distinguished eminent esteemed famed great illustrious notable noted outstanding prominent well-known
WEAK
big-name celebrated celebrious extolled high-profile in the limelight monster name of note praised redoubted signal splashy star superstar
Antonyms
STRONGEST
common inconspicuous infamous inferior insignificant ordinary poor unimportant unknown unnoticeable unremarkable
WEAK
anonymous obscure
ADJECTIVE
thanked
Synonyms
STRONG
acknowledged applauded appreciated blessed praised recognized

Example Sentences

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Despite those issues, the astronauts lauded Orion’s performance during the mission, with Wiseman saying that if Orion launched tomorrow a crew on board would be in great shape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

A-list rock stars from Rage Against the Machine and underground peers like N8NOFACE have lauded them, and the fine art and film worlds have noticed too.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

As the play opens he is returning to Rome as a lauded hero, having led the city’s forces in vanquishing the Goths.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani recently lauded the interception rate as "exceeding expectations".

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Upon Messner’s return to civilization, his ascent was widely lauded as the greatest mountaineering feat of all time.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer