extol

[ikˈstəʊl]

extol Definition

• 1. praise enthusiastically
• 2. to laud or exalt someone or something highly

Using extol: Examples

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

• Example

  The company's achievements were extolled by the CEO in his speech.

• Example

  She extolled the virtues of a healthy lifestyle.

• Example

  The book was extolled as a masterpiece by critics.

• Example

  He extolled her beauty and intelligence to his friends.

extol Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for extol

• praise
• commend
• applaud
• hail
• glorify

Antonyms for extol

• criticize
• condemn
• disparage

Phrases with extol

• extol the virtues of

  to praise the good qualities of someone or something

  Example

  The coach extolled the virtues of teamwork to his players.

• extol to the skies

  to praise someone or something very highly

  Example

  The singer was extolled to the skies for her performance.

• extol the benefits of

  to praise the advantages of something

  Example

  The doctor extolled the benefits of regular exercise to his patients.

Origins of extol

from Latin 'extollere', meaning 'to lift up, raise'

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Summary: extol in Brief

To 'extol' [ikˈstəʊl] is to praise or laud someone or something highly. It can be used in various contexts, such as praising a person's qualities, a company's achievements, or a book's merits. Phrases like 'extol the virtues of' and 'extol to the skies' are commonly used to express high praise.