overpraised

verb

past tense of overpraise
as in praised
to praise too much proud parents are likely to overpraise their children for their earnest efforts at making handicrafts

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overpraised
  1. praised
  2. applauded
  3. commended
  4. congratulated
  5. flattered
  6. adulated
  7. puffed
Verb
  • In the lengthy, heartfelt message, Jovovich praised Ever’s resourcefulness, strength, and perseverance.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald praised his quarterback’s toughness.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of praised
Verb
  • Following her comments, Matsui entered the restaurant as a group of supporters applauded her.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Among those who applauded was Anna Piaggi, the Italian fashion editor who happened to be another one of Lambert’s protégées.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of applauded
Verb
  • Pickett commended officers and first responders for their response to the shooting.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • That should be commended, but the win should also be inspiring, and something the Dolphins labor to build on.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of commended
Verb
  • Sorrells congratulated Burks on her victory and said his office will work with her to ensure a smooth transition.
    — Emerson Clarridge Updated November 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Ted Leonsis, Monumental Sports & Entertainment founder, chairman and CEO, congratulated democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George on her Washington mayoral win.
    — Spencer Kimball,Garrett Downs,Dan Mangan,Kevin Breuninger,Justin Papp, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of congratulated
Verb
  • The numbers were flattered by roughly $20 million in sales attributed to earlier-than-expected wholesale shipments, including $15 million of Michael Kors sales and $5 million of Jimmy Choo’s take.
    — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Making casual clothes look luxurious was hardly new, but Cucinelli did it in a way that flattered changing body shapes while establishing an instantly recognizable aesthetic.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of flattered
Verb
  • Turkey’s TB2s became adulated in Ukraine for striking Russian tanks advancing on Kyiv at the start of that war in early 2022.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Definition of adulated
Verb
  • Starting some two years ago, high-energy particles from heavier-than-usual solar activity puffed up this part of Earth’s atmosphere, hastening Swift’s demise.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Bake the focaccia until golden brown on top and puffed, 22 to 28 minutes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of puffed
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“Overpraised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overpraised. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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