exalt
Translation
to exalt, to praise, to promote
Examples
They exalted the new leader.
They exalted the new leader.
His work exalts the beauty of nature.
His work exalts the beauty of nature.
Grammar Patterns
to exalt ((sb./sth.)) The poem exalts the virtues of courage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: praise, extol, glorify; Antonyms: denigrate, debase, humble
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (up) + 'altus' (high). Literally 'to raise high'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ex-alt' as 'extra altitude' – raising someone or something to a higher level.