laud
//lɔːd//
Verb
laudInfinitive
laudPresent tense
laudedPast tense
laudedPast participle
laudingPresent participle
laudsThird-person singular
1
To praise highly, especially in a public context; to extol or glorify.
The critics lauded the director's latest film as a masterpiece.
Noun
1
Praise or acclaim, especially when expressed publicly or formally.
The scientist received laud from the academic community for her groundbreaking research.