extol (익**스톨**) — to praise enthusiastically; to glorify or acclaim
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to praise enthusiastically; to glorify or acclaim
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈstoʊl/
Korean meaning: 극찬하다, 찬양하다, 칭송하다
Korean pronunciation: 익**스톨**
Example Sentences
- The food critic extolled the chef's innovative use of kimchi in French cuisine.
- My grandmother never fails to extol the virtues of eating vegetables.
- The politician extolled his opponent's campaign skills while secretly grinding his teeth.
extol
VERB//ɪkˈstoʊl//
to praise enthusiastically; to glorify or acclaim
Critic enthusiastically praising the chef
On patrol, we extol those who help control!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'extollere', meaning 'to lift up' or 'to raise', composed of the prefix 'ex-' (out) and 'tollere' (to lift or elevate). The word entered Middle English through Old French and Latin sources.
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📝Examples
“The food critic extolled the chef's innovative use of kimchi in French cuisine.”
“My grandmother never fails to extol the virtues of eating vegetables.”
“The politician extolled his opponent's campaign skills while secretly grinding his teeth.”
“Scientists extol the importance of sleep for cognitive function.”
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