extol

verb

ik-ˈstōl How to pronounce extol (audio)
variants also extoll
Definition of extolnext
as in to celebrate
to proclaim the glory of campaign literature extolling the candidate's military record

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Recent Examples of extol The public speech extolled the diversity of the Scandinavian nation and was viewed on social media by millions. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 Similarly, India’s Ayurvedic medicine system has long extolled the benefits of consuming cow’s and one’s own urine. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026 Germany’s Chancellor stood in the White House with the US President and extolled the virtues of hydrogen. — Sverre Alvik, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Shallal extolled the importance of freedom of speech, freedom of expression, international law, and international norms. — James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for extol
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extol
  1. celebrate
  2. praise
  3. bless
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  • The inaugural Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards (The Darcys) crowned its first winners on Saturday, celebrating outstanding achievement in authentic disability representation across film, television and media.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The Bruins’ defense withstood the Ducks’ final push and celebrated a signature victory during a turnaround season.
    — Elias Esquivel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of celebrate
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  • Maiava echoed Riley’s sentiment when asked about Dyakonov, praising his ability to fill in for Paige on short notice.
    — Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Prior to the first game of the ALCS, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt praised the Tampa Bay and Cleveland general managers respectively.
    — Isaac Tellechea, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of praise
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  • Kristian Matsson, who records under the moniker The Tallest Man on Earth, is both blessed and cursed by having arrived nearly fully formed.
    — David Harris, SPIN, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The Jacksonville Jaguars and Philadelphia Eagles blessed us with that on Sunday.
    — Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of bless

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“Extol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extol. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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