Definition

The act of giving praise or expressing admiration for someone or something.

Example

The teacher received laudation for her dedication to her students.

Conversation

Did you hear the laudation they gave at the award ceremony last night?

Yeah, it was really touching and well-deserved.

I think everyone appreciated the laudation for our teacher.

Absolutely! It really highlighted the impact she's had on us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Laudation is formed from "laudare" (meaning to praise) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word refers to the act of praising or expressing approval.

Memory Tip

Think of 'praising' ('laudare') as the main action, and remember that 'laudation' means the act of giving praise.

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