exantlate

/ˌekˈsæltɪˌteɪt, ˌɛksˈæltɪˌteɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to praise or glorify someone or something; to raise or increase the status or importance of something

“The concert was a huge success, and it helped to exaltate the band’s reputation.”

2. verb

to raise or lift something, such as the voice or a heavy object

“She exaltated the heavy box onto the table, grunting with effort.”

3. verb

to describe or interpret something in a highly favorable or exaggerated way

“The politician’s speech exaltated the economic benefits of the new tax policy.”

Synonyms

  • admire
  • glorify
  • laud
  • praise

Antonyms

  • degrade
  • demote
  • disparage