eulogize

verb

eu·​lo·​gize ˈyü-lə-ˌjīz How to pronounce eulogize (audio)
eulogized; eulogizing

transitive verb

: to speak or write in high praise of : extol
eulogizer noun

Examples of eulogize in a Sentence

He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend.
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Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eulogize was in 1810

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“Eulogize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eulogize. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

eulogize

verb
eu·​lo·​gize ˈyü-lə-ˌjīz How to pronounce eulogize (audio)
eulogized; eulogizing
: to speak or write high praise of
eulogist
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noun

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