rhapsodizes

Definition of rhapsodizesnext
present tense third-person singular of rhapsodize
as in raves
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm rhapsodized about the food so as not to hurt their host's feelings

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rhapsodizes
Verb
  • The group is returning to Michigan City after their audience raves in January 2025.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Along with the Michelin star, there were features in Oprah’s magazine, best new chef accolades, New York Times raves and James Beard nominations.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Wilson gushes about Adebayo on Good Morning America.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 Dec. 2025
  • Daphne Nestled among the seafood joints and pub-grub eateries is this little farm-to-table outfit that DePledge gushes over.
    Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Towelie enthuses amid shots of a town overrun by the military.
    James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Rhapsodizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rhapsodizes. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on rhapsodizes

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!