lauded

verb

Definition of laudednext
past tense of laud
1
as in praised
to declare enthusiastic approval of the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel

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2
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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  1. applauded
  2. celebrated
  3. hailed
  4. blessed
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  • Meanwhile Clarksville was applauded for its offerings for tourists and locals alike while making room for new businesses like hotels and restaurants.
    Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Family members applauded and cheered, celebrating both his academic achievement and his birthday in unison.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of applauded
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  • Around midnight as people celebrated the dawn of the new year, the family heard gunshots and fireworks near their home in a residential neighborhood off East 35th Street.
    Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 4 Jan. 2025
  • The pair then celebrated a ceremony renewing their wedding vows on their E!
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of celebrated
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  • An 8-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero after saving the life of his choking friend in the elementary school cafeteria.
    Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Critics have hailed her performance in the film as one of the best of her career.
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of hailed
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  • An ordinary guy like me can be blessed with an extraordinary opportunity like this.
    Beatrice Peterson, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Tatum said he has been blessed to play under Stevens, Udoka and Mazzulla.
    Jay King, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
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lauded

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