Synonyms for

Praising

Verb / ˈpreɪzɪŋ / Another word for praising — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

expressing warm approval or admiration

Synonyms & similar words

criticize praise praiseful laudatory commend applaud acclaim extol laud salute honor glorify exalt compliment celebrate flatter cheer clap prize value appreciate admire worship revere

Synonyms by register

Formal

lauding commending extolling applauding

Informal

cheering rooting for giving props hyping up

Literary

hailing eulogizing acclaiming

Antonyms

criticizing condemning blaming denouncing disparaging belittling scolding

Common collocations

  • praising highly
  • praising loudly
  • praising effusively
  • praising the efforts
  • praising the team
  • praising his work
  • praising her courage

Word family

noun praise
verb praise
adjective praiseworthy
adverb praiseworthily

Usage note

Praising is the act of expressing approval or admiration. It is often used in formal and informal contexts, but can sometimes be seen as insincere if overused or not genuinely felt.

Example sentences

  1. She was praising her son for his good behavior.
  2. The teacher was praising the students for their hard work.
  3. He was praising the chef for the delicious food.
  4. The audience was praising the singer for her beautiful voice.
  5. She was praising her boss for his leadership skills.

Quotes

  • Praise the bridge that carried you over.
  • Praise does wonders for our sense of hearing.
  • Praise is the best diet for us, after all.

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