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praise

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/loˈvoɾ/lou·vor

Definition

1

The expression of approval, admiration, or commendation.

Usage examples

His work earned the director's praise.
The choir sang hymns of praise.

Common combinations

words of praiseto earn praisesong of praisefull of praise

Idiomatic expressions

  • To sing someone's praises (to praise highly)
  • Praise be (expression of gratitude)