Words / C2

LORD-uh-t-uh-ree/ˈlɔːdətəri/

Laudatory means expressing praise (formal): a laudatory review, laudatory remarks. Complimentary is everyday; laud (this batch) is the verb. A panegyric and a plaudit (already in the dictionary) are the set-piece and the round of applause. Do not file a hymn in the minutes as a sample-size sentence.

Meaning

Expressing praise (formal).

Examples

• “A laudatory minute is not a sample-size sentence.”
• “Complimentary is everyday. Laud is the verb (this batch). A panegyric is formal public praise (already in C2). Plaudits are applause (already in C2). Kind words after a dated n can be exact. Kind words instead of the n are branding. Write the number; then the bouquet.”

Good to know

Full of praise (formal). Everyday: complimentary / praising. Close verb: laud (this batch). Contrast: panegyric / plaudit (already in C2). Praise ≠ a sample size.

Near in meaning

complimentary, flattering, eulogistic, praising

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