: praise, extol He was lauded for his accomplishments.

What does laud mean dictionary?

to praise; extol. noun. a song or hymn of praise. lauds, (used with a singular or plural verb)Ecclesiastical. a canonical hour, marked especially by psalms of praise, usually recited with matins.

What does it mean to laud over someone?

To laud someone means to praise them extravagantly — usually in a very public manner. ... The word laud is from the Latin word laudere, meaning "to praise.” To laud someone is to glorify them, or to sing their praises, even if you're not actually singing.