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louvor

[loʊ'vor]
nounmasculinepl: louvores
praise
1. Expression of approval, admiration, or commendation
The artist received louvor from critics for her innovative work.
A artista recebeu louvor dos críticos pelo seu trabalho inovador.
2. Acclaim or honor bestowed upon someone
He was worthy of louvor for his heroic actions.
Ele era digno de louvor pelas suas ações heroicas.
3. Religious hymn or song of praise
They sang a louvor in the church service.
Eles cantaram um louvor no serviço religioso.
Synonyms
elogioaclamaçãoaprovaçãohomenagemencomio
Antonyms
críticarepreensãocondenaçãocensuradesaprovação

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
louvor
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
louvor
Standard usage, commonly heard in religious contexts
São Paulo
louvor
Standard usage in both religious and secular contexts
Portugal
louvor
Standard usage; more formal or literary tone

Related Idioms & Phrases

cantar louvores a alguém - to sing someone's praises
digno de louvor - praiseworthy
merecedor de louvor - deserving of praise
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