The term 'HEAP KUDOS ON' is a phrase used to express PRAISE and admiration. It can be broken down into four crossword solutions: PRAISE (6 letters), EXTOL (5 letters), LAUD (4 letters), and APPLAUD (7 letters). PRAISE is an expression of approval or admiration, EXTOL is to PRAISE highly, LAUD is to give PRAISE to, and APPLAUD is to show approval or appreciation. All four words are synonyms for the phrase 'HEAP KUDOS ON' and can be used to express admiration and appreciation.