KJV Dictionary Definition: extol

extol

EXTOL', v.t. L. extollo; ex and tollo, to raise.

To raise in words or eulogy; to praise; to exalt in commendation; to magnify. We extol virtues, noble exploits, and heroism. Men are too much disposed to extol the rich and despise the poor.

Extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name Jah. Ps. 68.

extolled

EXTOL'LED, ppr. Exalted in commendation; praised; magnified.

extoller

EXTOL'LER, n. One who praises or magnifies; a praiser or magnifier.

extolling

EXTOL'LING, ppr. Praising; exalting by praise or commendation; magnifying.

Definitions from Webster's American Dictionary of the English Language, 1828.

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