Belauded

/bɪˈlɔdɪd/ adjective

Definition

Praised excessively or flattered abundantly; having received over-the-top or exaggerated commendation.

Etymology

From the verb 'belaud' with the '-ed' suffix marking the adjective form. This describes something or someone who has been on the receiving end of excessive praise.

Kelly Says

When we use 'lauded' today we've mostly lost the 'be-' part, but 'belauded' captures that over-the-top, almost sarcastic quality of someone who's been praised way too much.

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