praise

Pronunciation: US [preɪz] UK [preɪz]

Synonyms

n.	1. an expression of strong approval or admiration 2. words or music worshiping God
v.	1. to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in public 2. to worship God with words or music

Johnson loved praise and was upset by even the gentlest criticism.
Source: P. F. Boller
Carlyle..gave high praise both to the play and to Dickens's performance.
Source: W. M. Clarke
Mr Sarney may be basking in the bland praises of Mr Santos.
Source: Independent
She had been good at art as a schoolgirl, often praised by her art master.
Source: M. Amis
His administration and the city in general were praised to the skies for their handling of the event.
Source: New Yorker