The word "objurated" means to criticize harshly or rebuke strongly. Its antonyms include praise, commend, laud, approve, acclamation, applause, approbation, compliment, and adulation. All these antonyms signify a positive affirmation or acknowledgement of something or someone. To praise is to express admiration, appreciation, or positive feedback. Commend means to express approval, admiration, or respect. Laud denotes praising someone or something with enthusiasm. Approve means to consider someone or something favorably. Acclamation is a loud and enthusiastic expression of approval or welcome. Applause is a show of approval or encouragement through hand clapping. Approbation is the formal approval or endorsement of something. A compliment is a polite expression of praise, admiration or admiration. Adulation means excessive praise, admiration, or flattery.