Congratulate Definition

congratulate
verb
  1. say something to someone that expresses praise; "He complimented her on her last physics paper"
  2. express congratulations
  3. be proud of; "He prides himself on making it into law school"
  4. pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement

"Congratulate" in song lyrics

See how congratulate is used in real songs:

  • "Cuz I wanna be the one that they congratulate!"
    Buddha Monk f/ Popa Chief — Down With U
  • "Come on, You're supposed to congratulate"
    Sevin f/ Tikk Tokk (Gospel Gangstas) — Step it Up Baby

Usage tips for "congratulate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "congratulate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for congratulate to find words that pair well.

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