Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Laud”
To praise someone or something a lot and show that you think they are very good. Usually done publicly or formally.
Word Family of Laud
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Critics lauded the director's bold artistic vision in the film. C2
- The organization was lauded for its humanitarian work across Africa. C2
- Her colleagues lauded her innovation and leadership throughout the project. C2
Word Form Patterns for Laud
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: laud → laudation.
-able
Adds **-able** to form an adjective meaning capable of, or worthy of, that action. Example: laud → laudable.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: laud → laudably.
Origin and Word Formation of Laud
From Latin 'laudare' (to praise). Related to 'laud' meaning 'to sing of'. Entered English in 14th century as formal praise term.
Literary and formal. Common in academic writing, reviews, speeches, and formal commendations. Rarely used in everyday conversation.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Laud
Wrong: The team lauded for their excellent performance.
Correct: The team was lauded for their excellent performance.
Use passive voice with 'be'. Or use active: 'Critics lauded the team...'
Wrong: Everyone lauded him to win the award.
Correct: Everyone lauded him for winning the award. / Everyone praised him for winning the award.
Use 'lauded for' not 'lauded to'. Use gerund after 'for'.
Wrong: The book was lauded by readers as being very creative.
Correct: The book was lauded by readers for its creativity.
More natural to use 'for' + noun rather than gerund phrase in passive.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Laud
What are the word forms of “laud”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “laud”?
“laud” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “laud” come from?
From Latin 'laudare' (to praise). Related to 'laud' meaning 'to sing of'. Entered English in 14th century as formal praise term.