congratulated

Phonetic Respelling: [ kuhn-grach-uh-leyt or, often, -graj-, kuhng- ]

Definition:

v. to express to someone admiration for his or her success or good fortune

Sentence:

The girl was congratulated by all her friends for a great performance.

More example sentences:

The girl was congratulated by all her friends for a great performance.

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When the elves congratulated Muckle on his victory, who thought they were making a mistake?

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Who congratulated Kel on becoming a squire, which really surprised her and meant a great deal to her?

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She congratulated him somewhat insincerely.

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Who congratulated Angelina for saving the show?

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Synonyms:

compliment; commend; praise

Antonyms:

ridicule; tease; put down