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Definition of laud

laud

/lɔːd/
laud
Plural:lauds
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Adjective:laudatory
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Past Simple:lauded
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Past Participle:lauded
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Present Participle:lauding
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• verb

1

To praise someone or something highly, especially in a public context.

Example

"Critics and audiences alike lauded the director's groundbreaking documentary."

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• noun

1

An expression of high praise or commendation; a hymn or song of praise.

Example

"The ancient poet composed a solemn laud in honor of the patron saint."

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• Rhymes for laud

• Nearby Words

latticing
latvia
latvian
laud
laudable
laudably
laudanum

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French laude, from Latin laus, laudis ('praise, fame, glory').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Laud. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/laud
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