What does lauding mean?
Lauding is a formal way of saying that someone or something deserves strong praise. It implies more than ordinary approval: a person or achievement is being singled out and publicly celebrated for qualities such as courage, skill, generosity, or originality. Writers use it especially in journalism, public addresses, reviews, and institutional announcements, where a measured but emphatic tone is appropriate. In phrases such as “widely lauded” and “highly lauded,” it describes work or people that have received considerable acclaim. Although lauding clearly expresses admiration, it is less exuberant than words such as “celebrating” when the context concerns a formal occasion. It is also more specific than simply “liking” something, since it normally refers to recognized qualities or achievements rather than personal preference. In its standard form, lauding is the present participle of the verb “laud,” meaning to praise emphatically.
verbLauding means praising someone or something highly and enthusiastically. It can also mean celebrating or drawing attention to a person, achievement, or quality as deserving of approval.
- Praising someone or something highly and enthusiastically.
- Celebrating an achievement, quality, or contribution as worthy of recognition.
"The ceremony lauded the volunteers for their extraordinary dedication."
"Critics lauded the novel's ambitious structure and unusually vivid characters."
"The president lauded the emergency responders, whose courage prevented further damage."
To laud is to give something more than applause: it is to name and celebrate the qualities that earn it.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
Where does lauding come from?
The word comes from the Latin verb laudare, meaning “to praise” or “to extol,” which is related to the noun laus, meaning “praise.” English adopted the forms laud and lauding from Latin-derived vocabulary, with laud appearing in English by the late medieval period. Modern derivatives include laudable, laudatory, and laudation, all sharing the same Romanic and Latin root.
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How lauding is actually used
Lauding is formal and often carries a tone of strong approval. It is commonly used in reporting, speeches, and official statements.
Easily confused with lauding
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