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CHASTISING Antonyms

There are 9 antonyms of the word chastising. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For CHASTISING

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approving
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
noun

• the formal act of approving

adjective satellite

• expressing or manifesting praise or approval

encouraging
adjectiveadj
adjective

• giving courage or confidence or hope

adjective satellite

• furnishing support and encouragement

honoring
verbv
noun

• conformity with law or custom or practice etc.

praising
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• full of or giving praise

applauding
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

• express that something is worthy of praise

commending
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• express approbation of

• present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence

• give to in charge

• express a good opinion of

• mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship

complimenting
verbv
noun

• a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration

verb

• say something to someone that expresses praise

• express respect or esteem for

extolling
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

lauding
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

Alternatives for APPROVING

Alternatives for ENCOURAGING

Alternatives for HONORING

Alternatives for PRAISING

Alternatives for APPLAUDING

Alternatives for COMMENDING

Alternatives for COMPLIMENTING

Alternatives for EXTOLLING

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