laudator
- noun
- /ˈlɔːdəˌtɔːr/
- Formal
- The laudator praised the artist's work during the ceremony.
Examples
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The laudator praised the artist's work as both innovative and inspiring.
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The retiring professor received a glowing speech from his laudator at the farewell ceremony.
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As a renowned laudator, she was often invited to deliver eulogies at important events.
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Many laudators attended the gala to honor the award winners.
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The award ceremony featured a renowned laudator who delivered a heartfelt tribute to the winners.
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As a professional laudator, she is often invited to speak at events honoring local heroes.
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During the conference, the laudator praised the team's dedication and hard work in developing the project.
Synonyms
A person who publicly supports someone or something
A person who praises others to get their favor
A person who praises something strongly in public
A person who praises someone or something publicly
A person who often says good things about people or things in public
A person who praises something and makes it seem very good
Antonyms
How Praising
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word laudator comes from the Latin root laud- meaning 'praise' and the ending -or meaning 'one who'. Think of someone who 'lauds' a person in a formal speech at a ceremony; that's a laudator, a person who gives high, public praise.