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CRITICIZE Antonyms

There are 10 antonyms of the word criticize. (opposite meanings)
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Best Opposite Words For CRITICIZE

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praise
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an expression of approval and commendation

• offering words of homage as an act of worship

verb

• express approval of

acclaim
verb, nounv, n
noun

• enthusiastic approval

verb

• praise vociferously

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

admire
verbv
verb

• feel admiration for

• look at with admiration

applaud
verbv
verb

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

• express that something is worthy of praise

approve
verbv
verb

• give sanction to

• judge to be right or commendable; think well of

commend
verbv
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

compliment
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration

verb

• say something to someone that expresses praise

• express respect or esteem for

extol
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

honor
nounn
noun

• 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

verb

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• show respect towards

• accept as pay

laud
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

Alternatives for PRAISE

Alternatives for ACCLAIM

Alternatives for ADMIRE

Alternatives for APPLAUD

Alternatives for APPROVE

Alternatives for COMMEND

Alternatives for COMPLIMENT

Alternatives for EXTOL

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