acclaim
nounEnthusiastic public praise or approval.
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Clear all filtersEnthusiastic public praise or approval.
An expression of praise or recognition for an achievement.
To introduce a subject for discussion, especially a delicate one.
Disposed to find petty faults or raise objections.
Deserving approval or praise.
Expressing feelings with great enthusiasm and little restraint.
Unrestrained in expression
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To raise something in position, status, quality, or level.
Raise in level or standing
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A speech or written tribute praising someone, especially after their death.
To raise someone or something in rank, esteem, or praise.
Raised to a high position or filled with elevated joy.
High in rank
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Excellent enough to serve as a model for others.
To praise highly.
Deserving praise.
A lyrical poem expressing elevated praise or serious reflection.
A lyrical poem expressing elevated praise or serious reflection
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Deserving praise or approval.
To raise a minor or evasive objection.
To protest or object with earnest reasoning.
Words, actions, or a gift expressing respect, gratitude, or admiration.
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