praised; praising
Definition of praise
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to express a favorable judgment of : commend
2
: to glorify (a god or saint) especially by the attribution of perfections
: to express praise
praise
nounDefinition of praise (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: an expression of approval : commendation
b
: worship
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