Praised: meaning, definitions and examples

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praised

 

[ preɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a positive way

To express warm approval or admiration of. To commend, extol, or laud. To glorify, worship, or honor.

Synonyms

commend, extol, glorify, honor, laud, worship.

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Word Description / Examples
commend

To officially or formally express approval, often in a professional or authoritative context.

  • The employee was commended for his outstanding performance.
  • The bravery of the firefighters was commended by the mayor.
extol

To praise enthusiastically and lavishly, often used in literary or formal contexts.

  • The critics extolled the director's latest film as a masterpiece.
  • She extolled the virtues of the new health program.
laud

To praise someone or something publicly and enthusiastically, often in formal contexts.

  • The critic lauded the author's latest novel.
  • The mayor lauded the efforts of the rescue workers.
glorify

To praise or honor to an excessive degree, often used in a critical manner. It can imply exaggeration or overstatement.

  • Some historians accuse the film of glorifying war.
  • The campaign was accused of glorifying unhealthy lifestyles.
worship

To show reverence and adoration, often in a religious context or to express deep admiration.

  • They worship at the local church every Sunday.
  • The fans worshipped the band, following them to every concert.
honor

To show respect or give recognition, often in a formal or ceremonial way.

  • The soldiers were honored with medals for their bravery.
  • She was honored at the ceremony for her contributions to science.

Examples of usage

  • She praised her daughter for her hard work.
  • The teacher praised the students for their excellent performance in the exam.
  • The crowd praised the singer for his outstanding performance on stage.
Context #2 | Verb

in a religious context

To express adoration or homage to (God or a deity). To offer prayers of gratitude or worship.

Synonyms

adore, exalt, honor, worship.

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praised

Used to express approval or admiration for someone's actions, efforts, or qualities. Often used in everyday conversations, workplace settings, or public speeches.

  • She was praised for her excellent presentation.
  • The teacher praised the students for their hard work.
worship

Shows profound reverence and adoration, often used in religious contexts to describe acts of religious practices directed towards a deity or sacred entity.

  • The congregation gathered to worship at the temple.
  • In many cultures, ancestors are worshipped with great reverence.
adore

Used to show deep love and affection, often in personal relationships or when expressing admiration for someone or something you deeply cherish.

  • I simply adore my grandmother's cooking.
  • He adores his pet cat.
honor

Used to show deep respect or recognition for someone’s achievements or character. Commonly used in formal settings like ceremonies, awards, or tributes.

  • The soldier was honored for his service to the country.
  • They decided to honor her with a special award.
exalt

To raise someone or something to a higher rank or position, or to praise them highly, especially in a formal or religious context. Often used in literature or formal speeches.

  • The hero was exalted by the community for his bravery.
  • The ancient texts exalt the virtues of wisdom and courage.

Examples of usage

  • They praised God for the bountiful harvest.
  • The monks praised the deity during the ceremony.

Translations

Translations of the word "praised" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elogiado

🇮🇳 प्रशंसा की

🇩🇪 gelobt

🇮🇩 dipuji

🇺🇦 похвалений

🇵🇱 pochwalony

🇯🇵 賞賛された (shōsan sa reta)

🇫🇷 loué

🇪🇸 elogiado

🇹🇷 övgü alan

🇰🇷 칭찬받은 (chingchan bad-eun)

🇸🇦 ممدوح (mamduh)

🇨🇿 chválený

🇸🇰 chválený

🇨🇳 被赞美的 (bèi zànměi de)

🇸🇮 hvaljen

🇮🇸 lof

🇰🇿 мадақталған

🇬🇪 ქებული (qebuli)

🇦🇿 təriflənmiş

🇲🇽 elogiado

Etymology

The word 'praised' originated from the Middle English word 'preisen', which came from the Old French word 'preisier', meaning 'to praise, value, or appraise'. The concept of praising has been an integral part of human culture throughout history, with various religious and cultural traditions emphasizing the importance of expressing admiration and approval.

See also: appraise, overpraised, praise, praiseworthy, praising.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,727 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.