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espouse

[ɪˈspaʊz]

espouse Definition

  • 1adopt or support (a cause, belief, or way of life)
  • 2marry

Using espouse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "espouse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He espouses the idea of a basic income for all citizens.

  • Example

    The organization espouses environmental protection.

  • Example

    She espoused her husband in a beautiful ceremony last summer.

espouse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for espouse

Antonyms for espouse

Idioms Using espouse

  • to become an advocate or supporter of a particular cause

    Example

    The organization has espoused the cause of animal welfare for many years.

  • espouse a belief

    to adopt or support a particular belief or ideology

    Example

    He espouses the belief that education is the key to success.

  • to adopt or support a particular lifestyle or way of living

    Example

    She espouses a healthy and active lifestyle, and encourages others to do the same.

Phrases with espouse

  • to adopt or support a particular cause or belief

    Example

    The politician espoused the cause of equal rights for all.

  • to adopt or support a particular philosophy or way of life

    Example

    He espouses a philosophy of minimalism and simple living.

  • to marry someone

    Example

    They were espoused in a traditional church ceremony.

Origins of espouse

from Old French 'espouser', meaning 'marry'

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Summary: espouse in Brief

The verb 'espouse' [ɪˈspaʊz] means to adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life, as in 'The organization espouses environmental protection.' It can also mean to marry, as in 'She espoused her husband in a beautiful ceremony last summer.' The phrase 'espouse a cause' denotes adopting or supporting a particular cause or belief, while 'espouse a person' means to marry someone.