Origin: French suffix -aise
Praise has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:
an expression of approval and commendation
"he always appreciated praise for his work"
commendation; favourable representation in words
"The teacher gave high praise to the student who solved every problem correctly on the test."
In plain English: Praise is when someone says nice things about you to show they appreciate what you did.
"The teacher gave high praise to her students for their excellent work on the project."
Usage: Use the noun form of praise when referring specifically to expressions of approval rather than the act of giving them. It is often paired with prepositions like "for" or "of," as seen in phrases such as receiving praise for a job well done.
To give praise to; to commend, glorify, or worship.
"The congregation gathered to praise God for His mercy and grace."
In plain English: To praise someone means to tell them they did something good so that it makes them feel happy and proud.
"The teacher praised the student for doing excellent work on their essay."
The word "praise" entered English as a doublet of "prize," replacing the older native terms lof and loenge. It was borrowed directly from Middle English forms that had already been adopted into the language.