exalt

CEFRC1

/ɪɡˈzɒlt/

verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To praise someone or something very highly.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    To elate, or fill with the joy of success.

Examples

  • The party will continue to exalt their hero.

  • The LORD is exalted, for he dwells on high.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

verb

Extra meanings

  1. To raise in rank, status etc., to elevate.

  2. To honor; to hold in high esteem; to praise or worship.

  3. To refine or subtilize.

More examples

In context

  • The man was exalted from a humble carpenter to a minister.

  • They exalted their queen.

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The crowd gathered to blank the victorious team.

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Origin

verb

From Middle English exalten, from Old French exalter, from Latin exaltō.