eulogium

eu·lo·gi·um

noun \yü-ˈlō-jē-əm\

plural -gia \-jē-ə\ or eu·lo·gi·ums

Definition of EULOGIUM

: eulogy

Examples of EULOGIUM

1. <on the centennial of its completion, the building received the greatest possible eulogium: it remains a unique achievement in architectural design>

Origin of EULOGIUM

Medieval Latin

First Known Use: 1621

Related to EULOGIUM

Synonyms: accolade, citation, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute

Related Words: award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize; acclaim, acclamation, laudation; applause, plaudit(s); bravo, hallelujah, kudo; approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation

Near Antonyms: censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof; admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

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