espouse (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈspaʊz/

Definition

Adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life.

Examples

• Many modern corporations now espouse the values of sustainability and social responsibility.

• She decided to espouse a minimalist lifestyle after realizing how much clutter she had accumulated.

• The professor continues to espouse theories that challenge the established scientific consensus.

Synonyms of espouse

Words with a similar meaning to espouse:

• back
• support
• advocate
• embrace
• champion

Antonyms of espouse

Words with the opposite meaning to espouse:

• reject
• renounce

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