extol

verb

ex·​tol ik-ˈstōl 

variants or less commonly extoll

extolled; extolling

transitive verb

: to praise highly : glorify

extoller noun

extolment

ik-ˈstōl-mənt 

noun

Synonyms of extol

• celebrate
• praise
• bless

Examples of extol in a Sentence

The health benefits of exercise are widely extolled.

campaign literature extolling the candidate's military record

Recent Examples on the Web

Hobson went on to extol Lucas’ vision and his ability to never waver from his dream for the museum. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

Unused Electronics Pope extols the virtues of clearing your house of all useless electronics. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Sep. 2026

Fortunately, film is a visual medium and Sienkiewicz’s magnificent artwork provides top shelf eye candy as the shifting cast of actors, directors, art collectors and artists extol his work. — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Third, amassing 46,000-plus five-star ratings is astounding, especially when many extol how long the ILNP nail polishes last. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 22 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin extollere, from ex- + tollere to lift up — more at tolerate

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for extol

• bankroll
• bedroll
• borehole
• cajole
• catchpole
• charcoal
• condole
• control
• dipole
• downhole
• enroll
• flagpole

Kids Definition

extol

verb

ex·​tol

variants also extoll

ik-ˈstōl 

extolled; extolling

: to praise highly

extoller noun

extolment

-mənt 

noun