Synonyms of praising

praising

verb

present participle of praise

1

as in celebrating

to proclaim the glory of

hymns that praise God

Synonyms & Similar Words

• celebrating
• blessing
• hymning
• extolling
• lauding
• worshipping
• exalting
• applauding
• saluting
• commending
• cheering
• glorifying
• resounding
• complimenting
• hailing
• emblazoning
• magnifying
• chanting
• citing
• acclaiming
• caroling
• idolizing
• eulogizing
• rhapsodizing
• deifying
• recommending
• adoring
• belauding
• flattering
• touting
• renowning
• cracking up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blaming
• criticizing
• censuring
• chiding
• admonishing
• reproving
• rebuking
• reprimanding
• reproaching
• reprobating
• reprehending
• castigating
• lambasting
• keelhauling

2

as in applauding

to declare enthusiastic approval of

the school volunteers were praised for their excellent work in the reading program

Synonyms & Similar Words

• applauding
• hailing
• acclaiming
• saluting
• commending
• lauding
• cheering
• touting
• endorsing
• accrediting
• recommending
• cracking up
• approving
• clapping
• extolling
• celebrating
• rising (to)
• favoring
• eulogizing
• doffing one's hat to
• ballyhooing
• singing
• supporting
• glorifying
• rooting (for)
• emblazoning
• idolizing
• flattering
• bravoing
• overpraising
• deifying
• magnifying
• adulating
• belauding

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• knocking
• slamming
• panning
• disparaging
• blaming
• belittling
• criticizing
• censuring
• putting down
• admonishing
• chiding
• rebuking
• reprimanding
• reproaching
• reprobating
• reproving
• excoriating
• vilifying
• castigating
• lambasting
• discommending
• slagging
• skewering
• reprehending
• keelhauling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of praising

Jovovich wrapped up the sweet caption by praising her daughter’s strength, loyalty, and perseverance. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026

The two appear to have a good relationship following their divorce, especially since the Good Will Hunting star has been praising his ex in several interviews as of late. — Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2026

As Denis Villeneuve prepares to release the conclusion of his Dune trilogy, Timothée Chalamet is praising the ending of the epic saga. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2026

The MobLand actor was very diplomatic in his answer, generously praising the field of young stars who are up for the part. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2026

But his offensive linemen found at least one part of his performance worth praising. — Francesca Ebel, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026

Actor Josh Gad also remembered Stewart in an Instagram post Thursday, praising his work across film, television and theater. — ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

Green ultimately selected Mower to advance, praising the singer for already having a clear understanding of his musical identity. — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2026

At the same time, the Daily Beast reported on the Fielder fandom, with devotees praising his voice, competence and willingness to debase himself for the camera. — David MacK, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026