exalting
/ˈeksɔl.tɪŋ/ · ex·alt·ing
verb
- to praise or glorify someone or something The crowd was exalting the rock star with cheers and applause.
- to elevate or raise someone or something to a higher position or status The company is exalting its best employees to leadership positions.
adjective
- praising or glorifying The exalting words of the poet inspired the audience.
- elevating or raising The exalting experience of skydiving was exhilarating for the adventurer.
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Did you know? The word 'exalting' is often used in religious contexts to describe the act of praising or glorifying a higher power. Interestingly, the word 'exalt' is also used in astronomy to describe the elevation of a celestial object above the horizon.