rhapsodize
Americanverb (used without object)
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to talk with extravagant enthusiasm.
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to speak or write rhapsodies.
verb (used with object)
verb
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to speak or write (something) with extravagant enthusiasm
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(intr) to recite or write rhapsodies
Etymology
Origin of rhapsodize
First recorded in 1600–10; rhapsod(y) + -ize
Example Sentences
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It’s the day after Doncic signed his new extension, and the senior Laker and billionaire, on the last stretch of vacation, is taking a moment to rhapsodize all things Luka.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 16, 2025
We can rhapsodize about our fabulous mountains and beaches, gorgeous parks and gardens, and many breathtaking residential drives.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2024
I also wanted to ask about the specific choice of having Elena address her constituents as “my loves” and rhapsodize about “our love.”
From Salon • Apr. 8, 2024
Romantic partners gush about love at first sight; parents rhapsodize about meeting their babies for the first time.
From New York Times • Feb. 15, 2023
Madoc is patiently listening to her rhapsodize over the perfection of their garments.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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