What does "praising" mean?

1. (expressing approval) saying that someone or something is very good. 2. (the act of giving praise) the act of giving someone a compliment or showing admiration.

How do you use "praising"?

Often followed by a direct object and the preposition 'for'. As a gerund, it can serve as the subject or object of a sentence.

praising

v. · n.

US //ˈpɹeɪzɪŋ// UK //pɹˈeɪzɪŋ// prais·ing

1 expressing approval (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

saying that someone or something is very good.

expressing warm approval or admiration of someone or something. This participle form often functions as the main verb in continuous tenses.

Example

The teacher was praising the students for their hard work on the project.

Example

Critics are praising the director for her innovative use of lighting and sound in the new film.

Usage

Often followed by a direct object and the preposition 'for'.
- complimenting
- lauding
- extolling
- criticizing
- blaming
2 the act of giving praise (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the act of giving someone a compliment or showing admiration.

the action of expressing approval or admiration; functions as a gerund or verbal noun.

Example

Praising children when they do something right helps build their confidence.

Example

Constant praising without constructive feedback can sometimes lead to a lack of motivation in high-achieving individuals.

Usage

As a gerund, it can serve as the subject or object of a sentence.
- commendation
- acclaim
- criticism
- condemnation