laudation Definition
- 1the act of praising someone or something highly
- 2a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly
Using laudation: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "laudation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The laudation of the actor's performance was well-deserved.
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The book received much laudation from critics and readers alike.
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The coach gave a laudatory speech about the team's hard work and dedication.
laudation Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for laudation
Antonyms for laudation
- criticism
- condemnation
Phrases with laudation
sing someone's praises
to praise someone highly
Example
She sang her colleague's praises to the boss, hoping for a promotion.
Example
The teacher heaped praise on the student for their excellent essay.
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The new restaurant has been praised to the skies by food critics.
Origins of laudation
from Latin 'laudatio', meaning 'praise'
Summary: laudation in Brief
Laudation [law-dey-shuhn] is the act of praising someone or something highly. It can be expressed through a speech or piece of writing, as in 'The book received much laudation from critics and readers alike.' Synonyms include 'praise' and 'accolade,' while antonyms include 'criticism' and 'condemnation.' Common phrases include 'sing someone's praises' and 'heap praise on someone.'
