TOUT Synonyms: 103 Similar and Opposite Words

tout

verb

ˈtau̇t

Definition of tout

as in to advertise

to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively a new cleaning agent touted as the only product a homeowner needs for all his or her cleaning chores

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as in to applaud

to declare enthusiastic approval of statements from several former patients touting the doctor's alleged cancer cure

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as in to promote

to provide publicity for an avalanche of ads touting the new movie

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Recent Examples of tout Some North Carolina educators say the state’s new budget leaves experienced teachers behind as NC lawmakers tout educator raises. — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026 In photos obtained by Page Six, guests including sportscaster Charissa Thompson and basketball legend Reggie King touted black boxes emblazoned with Swift and Kelce's initials. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 July 2026 But while the Education Department continues to tout the benefits of RAP, advocacy groups are urging borrowers to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of the new repayment plan option before enrolling. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 The power of agentic technology — AI that can carry out tasks for users — has been touted as potentially transformational by many in the tech sector, with industry giants including OpenAI and Anthropic racing to develop such products. — Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tout

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An expired job ad for an experienced English interpreter at the UN advertised a salary range between $131,084 and $171,644.

— Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 2 July 2026
The report alleges that Freedom 250 was advertised as an addition to America250 rather than as its replacement, creating confusion.

— Rachel Treisman, NPR, 2 July 2026

Definition of advertise

Verb

Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.

— Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 4 July 2026
The company threw a lavish caviar party at Cannes and in May hosted panels promoting its cinematic tool at Amazon’s AI on the Lot event in Culver City.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Definition of promote

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Iran also announced the complete closure of airspace over Tehran on Monday.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Famous friends of the bride and groom have been spotted across New York City headed to the couple's big day, reportedly in Madison Square Garden July 3, almost a year after the pop star and Super Bowl champion announced their romantic engagement.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of announce

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