praising
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.saying that someone or something is very good.
v.expressing warm approval or admiration of someone or something. This participle form often functions as the main verb in continuous tenses.
Simple“The teacher was praising the students for their hard work on the project.”
In context“Critics are praising the director for her innovative use of lighting and sound in the new film.”
UsageOften followed by a direct object and the preposition 'for'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of giving someone a compliment or showing admiration.
n.the action of expressing approval or admiration; functions as a gerund or verbal noun.
Simple“Praising children when they do something right helps build their confidence.”
In context“Constant praising without constructive feedback can sometimes lead to a lack of motivation in high-achieving individuals.”
UsageAs a gerund, it can serve as the subject or object of a sentence.
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