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praise
glorify, exalt; acclamation, approbation, compliment; laud: Her performance received praise from all the critics.
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praise
(prāz)n.
1. Expression of approval, commendation, or admiration.
2. The extolling or exaltation of a deity, ruler, or hero.
3. Archaic A reason for praise; merit.
tr.v. praised, prais·ing, prais·es
1. To express warm approval of, commendation for, or admiration for.
2. To express a feeling of veneration or gratitude to (a deity); worship or glorify.
[Middle English preise, from preisen, to praise, from Old French preisier, from Late Latin pretiāre, to prize, from Latin pretium, price; see per- in Indo-European roots.]
prais′er n.
Synonyms: praise, acclaim, commend, extol, laud
These verbs mean to express approval or admiration. To praise is to voice approbation, commendation, or esteem: "She was enthusiastically praising the beauties of Gothic architecture" (Francis Marion Crawford).
Acclaim usually implies hearty approbation warmly and publicly expressed: The film was highly acclaimed by many critics. Commend suggests moderate or restrained approval, as that accorded by a superior: The judge commended the jury for their hard work. Extol suggests exaltation or glorification: "that sign of old age, extolling the past at the expense of the present" (Sydney Smith).
Laud connotes respectful or lofty praise: "Comtosook was lauded as the most picture-perfect hamlet in the state" (Jodi Picoult).
These verbs mean to express approval or admiration. To praise is to voice approbation, commendation, or esteem: "She was enthusiastically praising the beauties of Gothic architecture" (Francis Marion Crawford).
Acclaim usually implies hearty approbation warmly and publicly expressed: The film was highly acclaimed by many critics. Commend suggests moderate or restrained approval, as that accorded by a superior: The judge commended the jury for their hard work. Extol suggests exaltation or glorification: "that sign of old age, extolling the past at the expense of the present" (Sydney Smith).
Laud connotes respectful or lofty praise: "Comtosook was lauded as the most picture-perfect hamlet in the state" (Jodi Picoult).
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praise
(preɪz)n
1. the act of expressing commendation, admiration, etc
2. (Theology) the extolling of a deity or the rendering of homage and gratitude to a deity
3. the condition of being commended, admired, etc
4. archaic the reason for praise
5. sing someone's praises to commend someone highly
vb (tr)
6. to express commendation, admiration, etc, for
7. (Theology) to proclaim or describe the glorious attributes of (a deity) with homage and thanksgiving
[C13: from Old French preisier, from Late Latin pretiāre to esteem highly, from Latin pretium prize; compare prize2, precious]
ˈpraiser n
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praise
(preɪz)n., v. praised, prais•ing. n.
1. the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation.
2. the offering of grateful homage in words or song as an act of worship.
3. the state of being approved or admired.
4. Archaic. a ground for praise; merit.
v.t. 5. to express approval or admiration of; commend.
6. to offer grateful homage to (God or a deity), as in words or song.
[1175–1225; Middle English preisen < Old French preisier to value, prize < Late Latin pretiāre, derivative of Latin pretium price, worth, reward; compare prize2]
prais′er, n.
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Praise
See also honors and regalia.
a written or spoken passage conveying disapproval or censure. Cf. eulogy. — dyslogist, n. — dyslogistic, dyslogistical, adj.
formal praise; an elaborate or ceremonial panegyric or eulogy. — encomiast, n. — encomiastic, adj.
a written or spoken passage conveying approval, praise, and laudation, often of someone who has just died. Cf. dyslogy — eulogistic, eulogistical, adj. — eulogist, n.
1. a formal speech of praise.
2. any form of enthusiastic praise. — panegyric, panegyrical, adj. — panegyrist, n.
2. any form of enthusiastic praise. — panegyric, panegyrical, adj. — panegyrist, n.
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praise
Past participle: praised
Gerund: praising
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| Noun | 1. |  praise - an expression of approval and commendation; "he always appreciated praise for his work"commendation, approval - a message expressing a favorable opinion; "words of approval seldom passed his lips" superlative - an exaggerated expression (usually of praise); "the critics lavished superlatives on it" 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 |
| 2. | praise - offering words of homage as an act of worship; "they sang a hymn of praise to God" worship - the activity of worshipping hallelujah - a shout or song of praise to God | |
| Verb | 1. | praise - express approval of; "The parents praised their children for their academic performance" appraise, assess, evaluate, valuate, value, measure - evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of; "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"; "access all the factors when taking a risk" troll - praise or celebrate in song; "All tongues shall troll you" salute - express commendation of; "I salute your courage!" applaud - express approval of; "I applaud your efforts" exalt, extol, glorify, laud, proclaim - praise, glorify, or honor; "extol the virtues of one's children"; "glorify one's spouse's cooking" compliment, congratulate - say something to someone that expresses praise; "He complimented her on her last physics paper" commend - express approval of advertize, advertise, promote, push - make publicity for; try to sell (a product); "The salesman is aggressively pushing the new computer model"; "The company is heavily advertizing their new laptops" sonnet - praise in a sonnet criticise, criticize, pick apart, knock - find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws; "The paper criticized the new movie"; "Don't knock the food--it's free" |
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praise
verb
1. acclaim, approve of, honour, cheer, admire, applaud, compliment, congratulate, pay tribute to, laud, extol, sing the praises of, pat someone on the back, cry someone up, big up (slang, chiefly Caribbean), eulogize, take your hat off to, crack someone up (informal) Many praised him for taking a strong stand.
acclaim criticize, blame, condemn, censure, disapprove of, knock (informal), blast, pan (informal), slam (slang), put down, slate (informal), have a go (at) (informal), disparage, tear into (informal), diss (slang, chiefly U.S.), flame (informal), find fault with, nag at, lambast(e), pick holes in, excoriate, pick to pieces, give (someone or something) a bad press
acclaim criticize, blame, condemn, censure, disapprove of, knock (informal), blast, pan (informal), slam (slang), put down, slate (informal), have a go (at) (informal), disparage, tear into (informal), diss (slang, chiefly U.S.), flame (informal), find fault with, nag at, lambast(e), pick holes in, excoriate, pick to pieces, give (someone or something) a bad press
noun
1. approval, acclaim, applause, cheering, tribute, compliment, congratulations, ovation, accolade, good word, kudos, eulogy, commendation, approbation, acclamation, panegyric, encomium, plaudit, laudation I have nothing but praise for the police.
approval criticism, blame, condemnation, censure, disapproval, disparagement, stick (slang), knocking (informal), panning (informal), slamming (slang), slating (informal), flak (informal), slagging (slang), strictures, bad press, denigration, brickbats (informal), character assassination, sideswipe, critical remarks, fault-finding, animadversion
approval criticism, blame, condemnation, censure, disapproval, disparagement, stick (slang), knocking (informal), panning (informal), slamming (slang), slating (informal), flak (informal), slagging (slang), strictures, bad press, denigration, brickbats (informal), character assassination, sideswipe, critical remarks, fault-finding, animadversion
sing something's or someone's praises praise, acclaim, laud, big up (slang, chiefly Caribbean) I've been singing her praises for years.
Proverbs
"Self-praise is no recommendation"
"Self-praise is no recommendation"
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praise
noun1. An expression of warm approval:
2. An expression of admiration or congratulation:
3. The honoring of a deity, as in worship:
1. To express warm approval of:
2. To pay a compliment to:
Idiom: take off one's hat to.
3. To pay tribute or homage to:
Idiom: sing someone's praises.
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Translations
مَديح، ثَناء، تَمْجيديُثْنِي عَلَىيُمَجِّديَمْدَحُ
chválitvelebitchvála
rosroselovprise
ülistamaülistamine
ylistääylistys
hvaliti
dicsérméltat
hrós, loflofalofsyngja
ほめる
칭찬하다
laudare
girtinas
slavaslavētslavēt, teiktuzslavauzslavēt
chválavelebiť
hvalahvaliti
berömmalova
ชมเชย
khen
praise
[preɪz]A. N
1. (= approval, acclaim) → elogios mpl, alabanzas fpl
I have nothing but praise for her → merece todos mis elogios or alabanzas
it's beyond praise → está por encima de todo elogio
he is full of praise for the medical staff → se deshace en elogios para con el personal médico
let's give praise where praise is due → elogiemos a quienes se lo merecen
to heap praise on sb → colmar a algn de alabanzas
that is high praise indeed → eso sí que es un elogio de verdad
he spoke in praise of their achievements → elogió sus logros
to be loud in praise of or in one's praises of sth → deshacerse en elogios para con algo
see also damn A1
see also lavish A2
see also sing A
I have nothing but praise for her → merece todos mis elogios or alabanzas
it's beyond praise → está por encima de todo elogio
he is full of praise for the medical staff → se deshace en elogios para con el personal médico
let's give praise where praise is due → elogiemos a quienes se lo merecen
to heap praise on sb → colmar a algn de alabanzas
that is high praise indeed → eso sí que es un elogio de verdad
he spoke in praise of their achievements → elogió sus logros
to be loud in praise of or in one's praises of sth → deshacerse en elogios para con algo
see also damn A1
see also lavish A2
see also sing A
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praise
[ˈpreɪz] n → éloges mpl, éloge m
in praise of → à la louange de
to be full of praise for → être plein d'éloges pour
to have nothing but praise for → ne pas tarir d'éloges sur
to give praise to God → rendre grâce à Dieu
to sing sb's praises → chanter les louanges de qn
to sing one's own praises → chanter ses propres louanges
in praise of → à la louange de
to be full of praise for → être plein d'éloges pour
to have nothing but praise for → ne pas tarir d'éloges sur
to give praise to God → rendre grâce à Dieu
to sing sb's praises → chanter les louanges de qn
to sing one's own praises → chanter ses propres louanges
vt [+ person, country, effort, work, achievement] → louer, faire l'éloge de
Everyone praises her cooking → Tout le monde fait l'éloge de sa cuisine.
The teachers praised our work → Les professeurs ont fait l'éloge de notre travail.
Sylvia had a stern father who never praised her → Sylvia avait un père sévère qui ne lui faisait jamais de compliments
to praise sb for sth → faire l'éloge de qn pour qch
to praise sb for doing sth → faire l'éloge de qn pour avoir fait qch
Everyone praises her cooking → Tout le monde fait l'éloge de sa cuisine.
The teachers praised our work → Les professeurs ont fait l'éloge de notre travail.
Sylvia had a stern father who never praised her → Sylvia avait un père sévère qui ne lui faisait jamais de compliments
to praise sb for sth → faire l'éloge de qn pour qch
to praise sb for doing sth → faire l'éloge de qn pour avoir fait qch
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praise
vt → loben; (to others, in worship also) → preisen (geh), → rühmen (geh); to praise somebody for having done something → jdn dafür loben, etw getan zu haben; to praise the virtues of something → die Vorzüge einer Sache (gen) → loben or preisen (geh); praise God! → gelobt sei Gott!
n → Lob nt no pl; a hymn of praise → eine Lobeshymne; a poem in praise of beer → ein Loblied nt → auf das Bier; he spoke/made a speech in praise of their efforts → er sprach lobend von ihren Bemühungen/hielt eine Lobrede auf ihre Bemühungen; to win praise (person) → Lob ernten; (efforts) → Lob einbringen; to give praise (to somebody) → (jdn) loben; to be loud or warm in one’s praise (of something) → voll des Lobes (für etw) sein; I have nothing but praise for him → ich kann ihn nur loben; he’s beyond praise → er ist über jedes or alles Lob erhaben; all praise to him → alle Achtung!; praise indeed! (also iro) → ein hohes Lob; praise from him is praise indeed → Lob aus seinem Mund will etwas heißen; praise be to God! (in church) → gelobt sei der Herr!; praise(s) be! → Gott sei Dank! ? sing
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praise
[preɪz]Collins Italian Dictionary 1st Edition © HarperCollins Publishers 1995
praise
(preiz) verb1. to express admiration or approval of; to commend. He praised her singing.
2. to glorify (God) by singing hymns etc. Praise the Lord!
noun the expression of approval or honour. He has received a lot of praise for his musical skill.
ˈpraiseworthy adjective deserving praise. a praiseworthy attempt.
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praise
→ يُثْنِي عَلَى chválit rose loben επαινώ elogiar ylistää faire l’éloge hvaliti lodare ほめる 칭찬하다 prijzen rose pochwalić elogiar восхвалять berömma ชมเชย övmek khen 赞扬Multilingual Translator © HarperCollins Publishers 2009