praise 是什么意思？praise 的含义 - 柯林高阶英语学习词典 - 在线工具

Word forms: 3rd person singular present tense praises , present participle praising , past tense, past participle praised

1. verb

If you praise someone or something, you express approval for their achievements or qualities.

The American president praised Turkey for its courage. [VERB noun + for]

Many others praised Sanford for taking a strong stand. [V n for n/-ing]

He praised the excellent work of the U.N. weapons inspectors. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: acclaim, approve of, honour, cheer More Synonyms of praise

2. uncountable noun

Praise is what you say or write about someone when you are praising them.

All the ladies are full of praise for the staff and service they received. [+ for]

I have nothing but praise for the police.

That is high praise indeed.

Synonyms: approval, acclaim, applause, cheering More Synonyms of praise

3. verb

If you praise God, you express your respect, honour, and thanks to God.

She asked the church to praise God. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: give thanks to, bless, worship, adore More Synonyms of praise

4. uncountable noun

Praise is the expression of respect, honour, and thanks to God.

Hindus were singing hymns in praise of the god Rama. [+ of]

Synonyms: thanks, glory, worship, devotion More Synonyms of praise

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