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exalt

//ɪɡˈzɔːlt//
English Definition
To raise in rank or praise highly.
中文释义
提升;赞扬
Example Sentence

Classical composers often exalt the beauty of nature through symphonic movements that evoke pastoral landscapes.

古典作曲家常通过唤起田园风光的交响乐章来颂扬自然之美。

Synonyms
elevate glorify praise
Antonyms
debase demean
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ex(出) + alt(高) → 抬高。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “exalt”?

  1. A To waste (money, time).
  2. B To compel by force or threat.
  3. C To raise in rank or praise highly.
  4. D To free from blame.
Show answer

C — To raise in rank or praise highly.. “exalt” means To raise in rank or praise highly..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “To raise in rank or praise highly.”?

  1. A coerce
  2. B squander
  3. C exalt
  4. D exonerate
Show answer

C — exalt. “exalt” means To raise in rank or praise highly..

Common questions about “exalt”

What does “exalt” mean?

exalt — To raise in rank or praise highly.. In Chinese: 提升;赞扬.

How do you pronounce “exalt”?

exalt is pronounced //ɪɡˈzɔːlt//.

How is “exalt” used in a sentence?

Classical composers often exalt the beauty of nature through symphonic movements that evoke pastoral landscapes. (古典作曲家常通过唤起田园风光的交响乐章来颂扬自然之美。)

What are synonyms for “exalt”?

elevate, glorify, praise — all close in meaning to exalt (To raise in rank or praise highly.).

What is the opposite of “exalt”?

debase, demean — each the opposite of exalt (To raise in rank or praise highly.).

Is “exalt” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. exalt is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “exalt”?

ex(出) + alt(高) → 抬高。

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