tout

14 synonyms for tout, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To promote or praise something enthusiastically, often to sell it.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

gas pitch promote blow

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

brag pimp boast

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

vaunt gasconade bluster spruik swash tipster touter

Synonyms by Meaning

1. verb

To promote or praise something enthusiastically, often to sell it.

“The company touted its new product as a breakthrough.”

vaunt gas gasconade brag bluster pimp pitch promote spruik swash boast blow

2. noun

Someone who aggressively tries to sell something, especially tickets, or someone who gives tips on racehorses.

“Ticket touts were selling seats outside the stadium for triple the price.”

tipster touter

How to use tout

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

From Middle English touten, "to peer out" or "protrude," from Old English roots meaning "to stick out" — the sense shifted to "to advertise loudly."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tout” mean?

The word “tout” means to promote or praise something enthusiastically, often to sell it. In plain terms, to aggressively promote something, or a person who does that kind of pushy selling.

How do you pronounce “tout”?

“Tout” is pronounced towt (/taʊt/ in IPA).

How do you use “tout” in a sentence?

Here is “tout” used in a sentence: “The company touted its new product as a breakthrough.”

What is another word for “tout”?

Words with a similar meaning to “tout” include pimp, pitch, promote and spruik.

What part of speech is “tout”?

Depending on how it is used, “tout” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “tout” come from?

The word “tout” comes from Old English. From Middle English touten, "to peer out" or "protrude," from Old English roots meaning "to stick out" — the sense shifted to "to advertise loudly.".

Is “tout” a common word?

“Tout” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “tout” have?

“Tout” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to promote or praise something enthusiastically, often to sell it.

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