V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
extol
verb
Definition: to praise highly and lift someone or something up with great admiration
Synonyms: glorify, hail, exalt, acclaim, magnify, commend, praise
Antonyms: condemn, criticize, decry, disparage
Tips: Extol is derived from the Latin extollere, "to lift up." Extol is a good, intellectual term to indicate high priase. For example, "He has been extolling your virtues," instead of "He has said great things about you."
Usage Examples:
The golfers extolled the benefits of membership at their country club. (acclaimed, commended)
When her professor extolled her scientific prowess, Julie became convinced of her destiny with greatness. (glorified, hailed)
I extol the benefits of vitamin supplements to all my friends and family. (hail, acclaim)
The Senator extolled the President's many accomplishments before introducing him to the crowd. (glorified, hailed)
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