praise

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Noun

praisesPlural
1

The expression of approval, admiration, or commendation for someone or something

She received high praise for her excellent work.

2

The worship and honor given to God or a deity

They gathered to sing praise to God.

Verb

praiseInfinitive
praisePresent tense
praisedPast tense
praisedPast participle
praisingPresent participle
praisesThird-person singular
1

To express approval, admiration, or commendation for someone or something

The teacher praised the students for their hard work.

2

To worship and honor God or a deity

They gathered in the church to praise God.