# laude

/ˈɫɔd/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/laude
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

with great praise or honor. You usually see this in phrases like 'magna cum laude' to describe someone who graduated with very high marks.

For teachers: with great praise or glory; in a manner worthy of honor. Typically used in the phrase 'cum laude' to indicate high academic distinction.

## Examples

- She graduated cum laude from the university.
- The university awarded the student a degree cum laude for her outstanding research and high grades.
- While the candidate was not the top performer in the class, he was still awarded a degree cum laude for his exceptional thesis on economic policy.

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