CONTUMELIES Antonyms

• servile flattery; exaggerated and hypocritical praise

• the formal act of approving

• a feeling of liking something or someone good

• acceptance as satisfactory

• a message expressing a favorable opinion

• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

• the state of being honored

• the quality of being honorable and having a good name

• a woman's virtue or chastity

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• show respect towards

• accept as pay

• (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

• a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

• behavior intended to please your parents

• a feeling of friendship and esteem

• courteous regard for people's feelings

• regard highly; think much of

• show respect towards

• enthusiastic approval

• praise vociferously

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

• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

• an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement

• a message expressing a favorable opinion

• an expression of approval and commendation

• offering words of homage as an act of worship

• express approval of