Meaning of the word extol in English

What does extol mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extol

US /ɪkˈstoʊl/
UK /ɪkˈstəʊl/
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Verb

praise enthusiastically

Example:
He would always extol the virtues of his wife.
The critics extolled the film as a masterpiece.