English - Hungarian

laudatory

gb/lˈɔdətˌɔɹi/ us/lˈɔdətˌɔɹi/
C1 English
elismerő, dicsérő
C1 FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
laudatory [remarks/comments/review] (about [someone/something])
The film received laudatory reviews from most critics.
A film a legtöbb kritikustól elismerő kritikákat kapott.
Her report was laudatory about the team’s progress, but it also noted a few risks.
A jelentése elismerően szólt a csapat előrehaladásáról, de néhány kockázatra is rámutatott.
He wrote a laudatory article praising the charity’s work in the community.
Learner examples
The teacher made laudatory comments about my essay.
A tanár elismerő megjegyzéseket tett a dolgozatomról.
The newspaper published a laudatory review of the new restaurant.
Az újság elismerő kritikát közölt az új étteremről.
Common mistake:
Often confused with laudable (deserving praise) and with auditory because the words look similar.
Meaning
Expressing praise or admiration
Collocations
laudatory review |laudatory remarks |laudatory comments |laudatory tone |laudatory article |laudatory account |laudatory speech |laudatory words |laudatory reference |laudatory assessment
Synonyms
praising (More common and less formal.) | complimentary (Often suggests polite praise, especially in comments or reviews.) | appreciative (Emphasizes gratitude or recognition of value.) | eulogistic (More formal; often associated with speeches honoring someone.)
Antonyms
critical (Expressing disapproval or pointing out faults.) | disparaging (Expressing a negative, belittling opinion.)
Themes
communication |opinions |writing |emotions
Definition

Saying good things about someone or something.

Expressing strong approval, praise, or admiration for someone or something.

Grammar
Dictionary form
laudatory
IPA
GB/lˈɔdətˌɔɹi/
US/lˈɔdətˌɔɹi/
Syllables & stress
laud - at - ory (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (laud)
Word forms
Adjective
  • Base: laudatory
Word family
Core family
laud verb C1 laudable adjective
Related words
laudation noun laudably adverb
Expressions

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