extol meaning in Hindi

extol in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level) Antonyms

   Choose the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word.
   The manager took every opportunity to extol the virtues of his hardworking staff.

   APraiseBApplaudCCelebrateDCondemn
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Condemn

   Meaning: extol = to praise highly and enthusiastically *(गुणगान करना, भूरि-भूरि प्रशंसा करना)*.
   Its opposite is condemn = to express strong disapproval of *(निंदा करना, भर्त्सना करना)*.
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B Praise = to express approval or admiration *(प्रशंसा करना)* — a synonym.
   #B Applaud = to praise, literally by clapping *(सराहना करना, ताली बजाना)* — a synonym.
   #B Celebrate = to honour or praise publicly *(गौरवगान करना, उत्सव मनाना)* — a synonym.
   
   Answer: Condemn
   
   *Extol the virtues, condemn the faults.*

2. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   Extol

   ADismayBPraiseCRewardDPunish
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Praise

   Answer: Praise
   Solution:
   • Extol means to praise enthusiastically or highly (जोरदार प्रशंसा करना / सराहना करना).
   • The correct synonym is Praise – to express approval or admiration (प्रशंसा करना). ✅
   • Option meanings:
   • Dismay – shock or disappointment (सन्नाटा / घबराहट) ❌
   • Praise – to express admiration (प्रशंसा करना) ✅
   • Reward – something given in return for good work (इनाम) ❌
   • Punish – to penalise for wrongdoing (सजा देना) ❌

Examples

• “The critics extolled the film's brilliant direction.”

extol – questions

What is the meaning of extol in Hindi?

extol means “प्रशंसा करना” in Hindi. In English: To praise enthusiastically; to speak highly of.

What are the synonyms of extol?

Synonyms of extol: praise, laud, commend, celebrate, glorify.

What is the opposite of extol?

Antonyms of extol: criticize, condemn, denounce.

Has extol been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – extol has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level), SSC CGL 2023 T-1.

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