Expressing Respect and Approval: English Vocabulary List

to express admiration or approval toward something or someone

"Teachers praise hardworking students."

"The teacher praised the student for his creative solution to a difficult math problem that had stumped everyone else."

to express respect toward someone or something often due to qualities, achievements, etc.

"I admire your courage and honesty."

"I truly admire people who dedicate their lives to helping others without expecting anything in return for their kindness."

to encourage or show support or praise for someone by shouting

"The crowd cheered for the winner."

"The crowd began to cheer loudly when their favorite team scored the winning goal in the final minute of the game."

to express one's good wishes or praise to someone when something very good has happened to them

"We congratulate you on your success."

"Everyone gathered to congratulate the graduate as she received her diploma and walked across the stage proudly."

to show gratitude to someone for what they have done

"Thank you for your help."

"I want to thank my family for their unwavering support throughout my difficult journey to complete this degree."

to love and respect someone very much

"She adores her newborn baby."

"She absolutely adores her new puppy and spends every free moment playing with him in the park."

to highly value something

"She prizes her grandmother's necklace."

"She prizes her grandmother's antique necklace above all her other possessions because of its sentimental value."