laud
/lɔːd/ (bre, ipa) · [lˈɔd] /lɔːd/ (ame, ipa) · [lˈɔd] /ˈlȯd/ (ame, mw)
laud — verb
- laudpresent simple I / you / we / they
- laudshe / she / it
- laudedpast simple
- lauding-ing form
1. To express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in
To express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in a public, official, or printed statement — for example, lauding a colleague's contribution at a ceremony or in a news article.
The city council lauded Ada for her tireless work in the local library.
lauded [person] for [achievement]
Mathieu lauded his teammates after they won the regional championship.
The newspaper editorial lauded the new policy for reducing traffic accidents.
Emre's volunteer work at the animal shelter was lauded by local news outlets.
Several professors lauded Yael's thesis for its original approach to climate research.
- praise
Neutral, everyday word; laud is more formal and public
- extol
Also formal, but emphasises enthusiastic, lengthy praise; less common than laud
- commend
Slightly less formal than laud; often implies recommending someone for recognition
- acclaim
Similar formality, but focuses on public welcome or applause rather than expressed admiration
文法句型
laud + someone + for + noun/gerund
laud + someone/something + as + noun/adjective
be lauded + for/as + complement
用法筆記
Frequently used in the passive voice (be lauded). Commonly followed by for (the reason for praise) or as (the quality being praised). Unlike praise, laud is almost never used in everyday conversation; it belongs to formal writing, speeches, and journalism.
常見錯誤
laud — noun
1. An expression of strong approval or admiration, typically in a formal or written
An expression of strong approval or admiration, typically in a formal or written context and often directed at someone's achievements or qualities.
The author's first novel earned her lauds from literary critics across Europe.
earned [person] lauds from [source]
The museum earned lauds from visitors for its beautiful new art collection.
The rescue team received the lauds of the entire town after the flood.
Kabir's speech drew lauds from audience members for its honesty and warmth.
- criticism
Direct opposite — expression of disapproval
文法句型
earn/win/receive + lauds
the lauds of [group]
用法筆記
This noun sense is rare and literary in modern English. It appears most often in plural form (lauds) and in fixed expressions such as earn/receive the lauds of someone. In everyday language, praise is used instead.