praiseful

Definition of praisefulnext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for praiseful
Adjective
  • Before the film ends with onscreen graphics listing Melania’s achievements as first lady in such laudatory fashion that North Korea would blush, she’s shown posing for her official portrait.
    Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
  • As several polls and surveys of consumer confidence reveal, the public’s view of contemporary economic conditions contrasts sharply with Trump’s laudatory assessment, and some believe his strategy of denying affordability concerns could hurt the GOP's chances in next year’s elections.
    Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • Playing in front of an appreciative sellout crowd, the Capitals beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
    ABC News, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
  • This is where the city stages its daily open-air show — street artists sketching portraits, fortune-tellers shuffling cards and musicians playing for appreciative crowds.
    Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • But all the myth and sorrow around the dynasty mean many takes tilt hagiographic.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Mar. 2026
  • The Gracious Visionary is a rather hagiographic film title for one’s life and work.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Over in the customer review section, shoppers are praising the pants’ breathability and flattering fit.
    Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
  • The pants are especially flattering and comfortable.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Besides the obvious, the positive benefits from space programs are extensive, including medical and technological breakthroughs that affect our daily lives in countless positive ways.
    Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Hutson was thrown off the first two games in Washington, but then adjusted and left a positive impact on the series for the Canadiens.
    Arpon Basu, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Recent poll results shared at a Tuesday night hearing showed 55% of those in a random sample were favorable to a mill levy override.
    Olivia Young, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The hope is a new administration more favorable to offshore wind will be in place by the time turbines are ready to touch federal waters.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Guests at this hotel can help themselves to complimentary bicycles, beach chairs, and towels.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
  • And pitchers have been complimentary of his work.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • As a 5-footer, my favorite part is that the pants are available in a petite-friendly inseam, along with four other inseam options, limiting the need for alterations.
    Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The Harlem Wizards are a high-energy basketball team known for combining athleticism, comedy, and crowd engagement in an entertaining, family-friendly game.
    Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Praiseful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/praiseful. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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