1. to support or advocate for a particular belief, theory, or cause
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘espouse’
2. to marry or take as a spouse
Usage: formal; archaic

Examples

• The candidate espouses progressive environmental policies.
• She espouses the belief that education should be free for all.
• The organization espouses nonviolent resistance to injustice.
• He espouses traditional values in his speeches.
• The professor espouses a new theory about climate change.
• The company espouses diversity and inclusion in the workplace.