Laudatory: meaning, definitions and examples

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laudatory

 

[ หˆlษ”หdษ™หŒtษ”หri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

expressing praise

Laudatory refers to something that expresses praise or admiration. It is often used in contexts where someone's achievements or qualities are being celebrated. In literature, laudatory remarks are common in reviews or critiques that highlight the positive aspects of a work. Such language aims to uplift the subject and can also motivate others to aspire to similar achievements.

Synonyms

admiring, complimentary, flattering, praiseful

Examples of usage

  • The laudatory speech praised the scientist's groundbreaking research.
  • Her laudatory review impressed many readers.
  • The article was filled with laudatory comments about the artist's talent.

Translations

Translations of the word "laudatory" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elogioso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคถเค‚เคธเคพเคคเฅเคฎเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lobend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pujian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั…ะฒะฐะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pochwalny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็งฐ่ณ›ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlogieux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elogioso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถvgรผ dolu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นญ์ฐฌํ•˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฏูŠุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chvรกlรญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pochvalnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตžๆ‰ฌ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hvalevreden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hrรณsa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐา›ั‚ะฐัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒšแƒแƒ›แƒ–แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™rifli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elogioso

Etymology

The word 'laudatory' originates from the Latin word 'laudatorius', which means 'praising'. This in turn derives from 'laudare', meaning 'to praise'. The term began to appear in English in the late 19th century. It has been used in various contexts, particularly in literary and rhetorical situations, where the intent is to highlight the merits of an individual, a work of art, or a significant achievement. Over time, 'laudatory' has come to be associated with formal or public expressions of admiration, often found in reviews, speeches, and accolades. Its usage indicates a strong positive connotation, reflecting a culture that values recognition and commendation.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,242, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.