extol

verb

ex·​tol ik-ˈstōl How to pronounce extol (audio)
variants or less commonly extoll
extolled; extolling

transitive verb

: to praise highly : glorify
extoller noun
extolment noun

Examples of extol in a Sentence

The health benefits of exercise are widely extolled. campaign literature extolling the candidate's military record
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In order to enhance the international influence of both the country and the party, Xi effectively asserted, Chinese officials should extol the virtues of China’s model of authoritarian governance abroad. Charles Edel, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2021 Both of these properties extol the charms of fantasy city winter living, but in this corner of Sloane Gardens there's a sense that you're being hosted in a private home, thanks to interiors maestro Mr François-Joseph Graf. Delilah Khomo, theweek, 3 Oct. 2024 Hairstylists also extol the virtues of Dyson Supersonic, for drying hair quickly with minimum damage. Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 24 Jan. 2024 McCullum will continue to put his feet up and extol the virtues of playing with the freedom of a child. Tim Ellis, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for extol 

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of extol was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Extol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extol. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

extol

verb
ex·​tol
variants also extoll
extolled; extolling
: to praise highly
extoller noun
extolment noun

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