1. (

• praise ,
• congratulations ,
• kudos ,
• extolment

) an expression of approval and commendation; "he always appreciated praise for his work" ;

2. (

• praise ,

) offering words of homage as an act of worship; "they sang a hymn of praise to God" ;

1. (

• praise

) express approval of; "The parents praised their children for their academic performance" ;