laudatory

adjective

lau·​da·​to·​ry ˈlȯ-də-ˌtȯr-ē How to pronounce laudatory (audio)
Synonyms of laudatorynext
: of, relating to, or expressing praise
laudatory reviews

Examples of laudatory in a Sentence

The play received mostly laudatory reviews.
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Not everyone is as laudatory of the president’s age and mental acuity. — Linda Marx, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026 But as the home’s superstructure emerged, so have neighbors’ opinions — both laudatory and critical. — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026 While not all Rock’s laudatory letters came from people who wrote about their Christian faith, many did make specific reference to their religion. — Literary Hub, 17 Apr. 2026 These moved beyond the bland and laudatory, offering candid and penetrating portraits of artists and celebrities that stand out in an era where A-listers are guarded by armies of publicists and handlers. — Brent Lang, Variety, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for laudatory

Word History

First Known Use

1555, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of laudatory was in 1555

Rhymes for laudatory

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“Laudatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laudatory. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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laudatory

adjective
lau·​da·​to·​ry ˈlȯd-ə-ˌtōr-ē How to pronounce laudatory (audio)
-ˌtȯr-
: expressing praise

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