extol
UK: ɪkˈstəʊl | US: ɪkˈstoʊl
vt. to praise highly or enthusiastically
vt. to glorify or celebrate in speech or writing
extol = ex<out, upward> + tol<lift, raise>
- ex (Latin origin, meaning "out" or "upward")
- tol (from Latin tollere, meaning "to lift" or "raise")
Etymology Origin:
The word "extol" originates from Latin extollere, combining ex- ("out/upward") and tollere ("to lift"). It originally described physically lifting something up, later evolving metaphorically to mean "raising someone in praise" or "elevating their merits." This shift reflects the common linguistic pattern where physical actions become abstract expressions (e.g., "uplifting" praise).
Critics extol the film for its groundbreaking visuals.
She wrote an article to extol the virtues of sustainable living.
The coach extolled the team’s perseverance after their victory.
Ancient poets often extolled their heroes in epic verses.
His speech extolled the importance of kindness in everyday life.