lauded

[ law-did ]

adjective

1. praised or extolled; spoken highly of:

   This issue of the lauded literary magazine Seedlings gathers fiction, poetry, and essays by 30 of today’s most innovative writers.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of laud ( def ).

Other Words From

• un·laud·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of lauded¹

laud ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

In their statement announcing Robins’ departure, Coventry said he would be "remembered and lauded as one of the club's greatest ever managers".

From BBC

On Wednesday, he noted that Harris inherited "extraordinary circumstances" and lauded the "clear vision" of her "historic campaign."

From Salon

Supporters have lauded him for securing funding for local transportation and infrastructure projects and the region’s military facilities.

From Los Angeles Times

Logan had played the game of his life, the hotshot being lauded by the press for his lightning-quick pace and clinical finishing that put the Lancashire opposition to the sword.

From BBC

Fans widely lauded Garr’s guest appearances, with some calling her “perfectly cast” given her striking resemblance to Kudrow both in appearance and mannerisms — the latter of which is played up on “Friends.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acclaimed
• distinguished
• eminent
• esteemed
• famed
• great
• illustrious
• notable
• noted
• outstanding
• prominent
• well-known