Lauded (8)
'lauded' is the definition.
('extol' can be a synonym of 'laud')
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for extolled that I've seen before include "Praised and glorified" , "Glorified, lauded" , "cracked up" , "Sang the praises of" , "magnified" .)
'lauded' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for praised that I've seen before include "Commended" , "Acclaimed" , "Exalted" , "Expressed approval of" , "Expressed admiration for" .)