RENOWNING Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

renowning

verb

present participle of renown

as in complimenting

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Bruno says, also complimenting his improvement on his timing and his form.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
And the owners’ taste, in this case, is pleasant and broadly appealing, complimenting the home’s high ceilings and historic features.

— Kim Velsey, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of complimenting

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The Textile-to-Textile Ecosystem Award went to the Circulose Recycling Ecosystem, commending the brand commitments and fiber-producer partnerships supporting the Swedish company’s industrial restart.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
When the actual resolution commending Biss came before the council, Ald.

— Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of commending

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The Republican president had courted the Religious Right, even saluting PTL during a convention of televangelists.

— Tim Funk, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026
Many speakers, including former Sparks coach Michael Cooper and Lakers legend Magic Johnson, noted Leslie’s accomplishments while also saluting her as a kind person.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

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Grab began as a ride-hailing service and later expanded into food delivery, digital payments and business solutions for local small businesses.

— Kristie Lu Stout, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
The price of a ride in a Green SM vehicle will depend on the time and distance, Walker said, but will be competitive with Uber Comfort, an elevated ride-hailing option.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

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Reading the book feels refreshing — a clarifying antidote to a culture increasingly obsessed with idolizing and leveraging suffering.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Fothergill, who grew up in Minnesota idolizing Moss, said his partner held his own on the water, using forward-facing sonar to locate fish sitting 70 to 90 feet deep.

— Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of idolizing

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Penélope Cruz arrives for a few scenes as a wartime cabaret singer — her performance for a group of cheering soldiers is a burst of bawdy energy.

— Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
One couple's big day at Fortitude Farm in Milton had guests cheering, plenty of reasons to smile, and a bride and groom who were a little distracted.

— Kaley Fedko, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

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