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Learn “Laudatory”

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Laudatory

adjective/LAWD-uh-tor-ee/

Meaning

Laudatory words express strong praise or admiration.

In context

The newspaper's laudatory review made everyone want to see the school play.

Remember it

To 'laud' is to praise — a laudatory report is full of applause.

Use it well

Use for reviews, speeches or reports that are full of praise, not just polite.