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CHASTISING Antonyms

9 antonyms for chastising. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For CHASTISING

WordSaveSyns..UsageType
approving

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

noun

• the formal act of approving

adjective satellite

• expressing or manifesting praise or approval

encouraging

adjective

adj

adjective

• giving courage or confidence or hope

adjective satellite

• furnishing support and encouragement

honoring

verb

v

noun

• conformity with law or custom or practice etc.

praising

verb, adjective

v, adj

adjective satellite

• full of or giving praise

applauding

verb, adjective

v, adj

verb

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

• express that something is worthy of praise

commending

verb, adjective

v, adj

verb

• express approbation of

• present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence

• give to in charge

• express a good opinion of

• mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship

complimenting

verb

v

noun

• a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration

verb

• say something to someone that expresses praise

• express respect or esteem for

extolling

verb

v

verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

lauding

verb

v

verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

Alternatives for APPROVING

Words (7)
Abbreviations (1)

Alternatives for ENCOURAGING

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Alternatives for HONORING

Words (10)
Phrases (1)

Alternatives for PRAISING

Words (11)

Alternatives for APPLAUDING

Words (11)

Alternatives for COMMENDING

Words (7)

Alternatives for COMPLIMENTING

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Alternatives for EXTOLLING

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