B2verbrelationships
US/preɪz/
UK/preɪz/
to say that you admire someone or that they have done something well
In context
Psychologists say we should praise children's effort, not just their results.
The firefighters were praised for their courage during the blaze.
Critics praised the film for its honest picture of family life.
Words that go with praise
verb + preposition
- praise forThe manager praised her for her calm handling of the complaint.
adverb + verb
- highly praisedThe new hospital app has been highly praised by patients.
- widely praisedHer speech was widely praised on social media.
verb + adverb
- praise publiclyGood leaders praise publicly and criticize privately.
verb + noun
- praise the effortTeachers should praise the effort as well as the answer.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
My teacher praised me about my essay.Correct: My teacher praised me for my essay.