praise
Transitive VerbIntransitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: praisespast: praisedpp: praiseding: praising
Praise carries a strong positive charge, often implying a hierarchy where the person giving the praise holds a position of authority or judgment, such as a teacher to a student or a critic to an artist. It focuses on the external validation of a specific achievement or quality.
Countable when referring to a specific instance of commendation ('He received several praises'). Uncountable when referring to the general concept of approval ('The work deserves praise').