Exalt
/ɪɡˈzɔːlt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo think or speak very highly of someone or something; to glorify or praise.
/ɪɡˈzɔːlt/
To hold someone or something in very high regard; to praise or glorify.
The crowd exalted the winning team after their stunning victory.
💡 Simply: Imagine your favorite superhero wins a big fight! When you shout about how awesome they are, you're exalting them. It's like saying someone is the best of the best and making a big deal out of it.
👶 For kids: To say someone or something is super amazing!
More Examples
She was exalted for her bravery in the face of danger.
Writers often exalt the virtues of honesty and integrity in their stories.
How It's Used
"The hymn exalted the glory of God."
"The poet exalted the beauty of nature in his verses."
To raise to a higher rank or power; to elevate.
/ɪɡˈzɔːlt/
To raise someone or something to a higher rank or position.
The company exalted its top sales representative to regional manager.
💡 Simply: Imagine getting a promotion at work! Being moved up to a new, better position is like being exalted. It's about giving someone a better job or place in the group.
👶 For kids: To make someone or something important.
More Examples
The general was exalted after the victory.
The emperor exalted his favorite advisor to a position of great power.
How It's Used
"The king exalted his loyal knight to the rank of duke."
"The company exalted its top performer to a senior management position."
Idioms & expressions
exalted status
A position of high importance, respect, or social standing.
"The successful artist achieved an exalted status in the art world."
From Latin exaltare, meaning "to raise, elevate." It combines ex- (out, upward) and altus (high).
Historically, the word was often used in religious contexts to express reverence for deities or figures of great importance.
Memory tip
Imagine standing on a high mountain, looking down on something or someone you highly respect and admire. That's exalting.