1. to praise or acclaim enthusiastically
Usage: formal

1. praise or acclaim
Usage: formal; often plural

Examples

• The critics lauded the young pianist’s performance.
• She was lauded for her contributions to medical research.
• The committee lauded his efforts to improve community relations.
• The film received widespread lauds from international audiences.
• His work earned him the lauds of his peers.
• The teacher lauded the student’s improvement in mathematics.