Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To express approval or admiration for someone or something.
Praise
/preɪz/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Her own eyes filled under his praises.
God had delivered me, but I had not praised Him.
She was still praising it when he suddenly turned to her.
Etymology:
Originates from the Old French preisier, meaning to prize, commend, and from Latin pretiare, meaning to value highly. First recorded in English usage in the late 13th century.
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