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PENALIZE Antonyms

8 antonyms for penalize. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For PENALIZE

WordSaveSyns..UsageType
absolve

verb

v

verb

• grant remission of a sin to

• let off the hook

applaud

verb

v

verb

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

• express that something is worthy of praise

commend

verb

v

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

exonerate

verb

v

verb

• pronounce not guilty of criminal charges

honor

noun

n

noun

• 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

verb

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• show respect towards

• accept as pay

praise

verb, noun

v, n

noun

• an expression of approval and commendation

• offering words of homage as an act of worship

verb

• express approval of

promote

verb, adverb

v, adv

verb

• contribute to the progress or growth of

• give a promotion to or assign to a higher position

• make publicity for; try to sell (a product)

• be changed for a superior chess or checker piece

• change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent

reward

verb, noun

v, n

noun

• a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

• payment made in return for a service rendered

• an act performed to strengthen approved behavior

• the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property

• benefit resulting from some event or action

verb

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• strengthen and support with rewards

• act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions

Alternatives for ABSOLVE

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Alternatives for APPLAUD

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Alternatives for COMMEND

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Alternatives for EXONERATE

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Alternatives for PRAISE

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Alternatives for PROMOTE

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