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Meaning of extolled
The primary meaning of the word "extolled" is to praise something or someone highly.
Etymology of extolled
The word "extolled" comes from the Old French word "extoller," which is derived from the Latin words "ex" (out) and "tollere" (to raise), and the past tense of "extol" is "extolled"
Historically, the word has been used to express high praise or admiration for someone or something, often in formal or literary contexts
Synonyms
praised
commended
lauded
acclaimed
admired
applauded
celebrated
extolled
glorified
honored
revered
venerated
worshiped
adored
idolized
eulogized
panegyrized
hymned
feted
toasted
saluted
complimented
flattered
congratulated
commiserated
sympathized
empathized
pitied
solaced
consoled
soothed
cheered
encouraged
uplifted
boosted
lifted
elevated
exalted
magnified
amplified
intensified
strengthened
reinforced
supported
upheld
upheld
defended
justified
vindicated
Definitions
- To praise someone or something very much, typically in a public and enthusiastic way
- * To express enthusiastic praise or admiration for someone or something
Usage Examples
- The team's victory was extolled by the fans and the media alike
- * The professor's groundbreaking research was extolled by her peers and colleagues
- * The beauty of the sunset was extolled by the poet in his latest verse
Antonyms
criticized
denounced
condemned
disparaged
belittled
demeaned
degraded
decried
deplored
regretted
lamented
mourned
grieved
sorrowed
dissed
trashed
slammed
blasted
attacked
reviled
scorned
ridiculed
mocked
jeered
sneered
taunted
teased
rebuked
reproached
reproved
scolded
chided
admonished
censured
disapproved