praise praise /ˈpreɪz/

noun

1. () An expression of approval and commendation  ( extolment , kudos , congrats [Informal] , congratulations , praise , hats off [Informal] , pat on the back )
   an expression of approval and commendation
    He always appreciated praise for his work
   he always appreciated praise for his work
   
2. Offering words of homage as an act of worship  ( praise )
   offering words of homage as an act of worship
    They sang a hymn of praise to God
   they sang a hymn of praise to God
   

verb

1. () Express approval of  ( praise )
   express approval of
    The parents praised their children for their academic performance
   The parents praised their children for their academic performance