pessoa elogiada; homenageado
1. A person who is praised, commended, or honored; the recipient of acclaim or a laudatory award
The laudee stood nervously as the presenter read the citation for the achievement award.
O homenageado ficou nervoso enquanto o apresentador lia a citação do prêmio de conquista.
2. Someone who receives praise or commendation in a formal or ceremonial context
Each laudee at the banquet was given an opportunity to make a brief acceptance speech.
Cada elogiado no banquete teve a oportunidade de fazer um breve discurso de aceitação.
This is a formal English word primarily used in academic, ceremonial, and award-giving contexts. It is not commonly used in everyday Brazilian Portuguese conversation; natives typically say 'pessoa homenageada' or 'premiado' instead. The term reflects English institutional and formal English-speaking traditions.
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