Origin: Old French "preisier" (12th century)
Relation to Other Languages: * Middle English "preisien" * Latin "pretiare" (to value, esteem) * Sanskrit "pra-isha" (to commend)
"Praise" carries multiple meanings:
Expression of Admiration: The act of acknowledging and expressing appreciation for someone or something's admirable qualities or achievements.
Commendation: A positive statement or remark to convey admiration or approval.
Hymn or Song of Praise: A religious or secular composition intended to honor or glorify a deity, a person, or an idea.
The word "praise" has its roots in the Latin verb "pretiare," which means "to value" or "to esteem." This Latin origin is also shared by the English word "price," which originally referred to the value placed on something.
In the religious sphere, the concept of praise can be traced back to ancient times. In many cultures, prayers and hymns were composed to express adoration for deities and seek their favor.
Over time, the notion of praise expanded beyond religious contexts and came to encompass the expression of appreciation for human achievements, qualities, and efforts.
Etymology of Price The word price originates from the Latin word pretium meaning
Etymology of Praise Origin Old French preisier 12th century Relation to Other Lan
Etymology The word prize comes from the Middle English word pris which in turn is d
Etymology The word prize comes from the Middle English word pris which in turn is d
Etymology of Price The word price originates from the Latin word pretium meaning
Etymology Appraise comes from the Old French word aprecier which in turn derives f
Etymology Late Latin quod deus meaning because God wills it as God wills it Mediev
Etymology The word laud originates from the Latin word laudare which means to prais
Etymology Hallelujah From Middle English haleluyah Hallelujah From Old French alel
Etymology from Middle English comenden from Old English cōmendan from Proto Germanic
Encomium is derived from the Greek word ἐγκώμιον enkomion which means a song
Etymology Latin commendare to entrust recommend Composed of com together with
Etymology From Old French extoller from Latin extollere extollere meaning to lift u
Etymology Derived from the Greek word panegyrikos which means related to a panegyri
