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espouse

/ɪˈspaʊz/

Translations

espouseverb

espoused

Past Simple

espoused

Past Participle

espousing

Gerund

/ɪˈspaʊz/

The politician espoused policies that favored the working class.

Политик отстаивал политику, благоприятствующую рабочему классу.

Many scientists espouse the theory of climate change.

Многие ученые поддерживают теорию изменения климата.

She espouses a philosophy of kindness and empathy.

Она придерживается философии доброты и эмпатии.

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Synonyms

espousenoun

espouses

/ɪˈspaʊz/

Archaic usage meaning ‘spouse’; now rare

espouseverb

To adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life.

She decided to espouse the principles of minimalism and decluttered her entire home.

To marry or take as a spouse.

In the novel, the protagonist chooses to espouse the daughter of a wealthy merchant.

espousenoun

A husband or wife; a spouse (archaic).

Each espouse pledged lifelong fidelity at the altar.