praise

1. An expression of approval and commendation (synset 106705943)
   "he always appreciated praise for his work"
   is a type of: approval, commendation - a message expressing a favorable opinion
   subtypes:

   • superlative - an exaggerated expression (usually of praise)
   • encomium, eulogy, paean, panegyric, pean - a formal expression of praise
   • eulogium, eulogy - a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently
   • good word, recommendation, testimonial - something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable
   • compliment - a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration
   same as: congratulations, extolment, kudos
2. Offering words of homage as an act of worship (synset 106706247)
   "they sang a hymn of praise to God"
   is a type of: worship - the activity of worshipping
   subtypes: hallelujah - a shout or song of praise to God

1. Express approval of (synset 200858506)
   "The parents praised their children for their academic performance"
   is a type of: appraise, assess, evaluate, measure, valuate, value - evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
   subtypes:

   • troll - praise or celebrate in song
   • salute - express commendation of
   • applaud - express approval of
   • exalt, extol, glorify, laud, proclaim - praise, glorify, or honor
   • blandish, flatter - praise somewhat dishonestly
   • eulogise, eulogize - praise formally and eloquently
   • compliment, congratulate - say something to someone that expresses praise
   • gush, rave - praise enthusiastically
   • commend - express approval of
   • commend, recommend - express a good opinion of
   • advertise, advertize, promote, push - make publicity for; try to sell (a product)
   • puff, puff up - praise extravagantly
   • sonnet - praise in a sonnet

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