Praise and Criticism Flashcards

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adulation

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Adoration; excessive praise or flattery

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accolade

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a. Great praise

b. An award

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anathema

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Something or someone that is greatly hated and avoided

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commend

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To give approval or praise

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critique

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a. A detailed review; an evaluation

b. To review, discuss, or evaluate

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eulogy

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A tribute; spoken or written praise, often given in honor of a person who has died

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homage

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Publicly expressed honor or respect

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laudable

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Worthy of praise and honor

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quibble

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a. To criticize, argue, or raise objections over something unimportant
b. An unimportant complaint

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reproach

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To criticize or express disapproval

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