- Today's Word
Laudatory
LAW-duh-tor-ee
Definition
- (adjective) Expressing praise, admiration, or approval.
Example
The critic’s laudatory review helped propel the new author’s book to bestseller status.
Fun Fact
“Laudatory” comes from the Latin laudare, meaning “to praise,” the same root as “applaud” and “laudable.” The word is often used in formal contexts, such as speeches, reviews, and historical tributes. From glowing award ceremony speeches to heartfelt toasts, laudatory words remind us of the power of recognition and appreciation.
(adjective) Fluent and confident in speech, but shallow, insincere, or lacking thought.
His glib explanation sounded convincing, but it crumbled under basic questioning.
Mid 17th century: probably from Low German glibberig, meaning “slippery.”