AFFRONTS Antonyms

• (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

• (often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem

• feel admiration for

• look at with admiration

• clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

• express that something is worthy of praise

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• a feeling of delighted approval and liking

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

• regard highly; think much of

• look on as or consider

• praise somewhat dishonestly

• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

• the state of being honored

• the quality of being honorable and having a good name

• a woman's virtue or chastity

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• show respect towards

• accept as pay

• used in polite request

• give pleasure to or be pleasing to

• be the will of or have the will (to)

• give satisfaction

• an expression of approval and commendation

• offering words of homage as an act of worship

• express approval of

• a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side

• American silversmith remembered for his midnight ride (celebrated in a poem by Longfellow) to warn the colonists in Lexington and Concord that British troops were coming (1735-1818)

• love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

• regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of