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Laudatory

Of or pertaining praise, or to the expression of praise; as, laudatory verses; the laudatory powers of Dryden.

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Complimentary 84% connected

Expressive of regard or praise; of the nature of, or containing, a compliment; as, a complimentary remark; a complimentary ticket.

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Complimentary 84% connected

Expressive of regard or praise; of the nature of, or containing, a compliment; as, a complimentary remark; a complimentary ticket.

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Glorify 74% connected

To make glorious by bestowing glory upon; to confer honor and distinction upon; to elevate to power or happiness, or to celestial glory.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Glorify 74% connected

To make glorious by bestowing glory upon; to confer honor and distinction upon; to elevate to power or happiness, or to celestial glory.

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Praiseful 92% connected

Praiseworthy.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Praising 92% connected

of Praise

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