dithyramb

noun

ˈdi-thi-ˌram(b) How to pronounce dithyramb (audio)
Definition of dithyrambnext
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise a tongue-in-cheek dithyramb in honor of the chocolate chip cookie

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Recent Examples of dithyramb Ginsberg’s incantatory dithyrambs pulled the Beats, Walt Whitman and much of 20th century poetry into view. — Sesshu Foster, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2023
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  1. tribute
  2. citation
  3. hymn
  4. commendation
Noun
  • Derek Jeter, also part of the Fox studio team, paid brief tribute to Uecker after the video.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026
  • For The Times) Onwuachi’s tribute to the origins of jerk chicken unfolds over five days.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of tribute
Noun
  • The cameras detect vehicles that break the law by passing the school buses when the stop sign and lights are flashing, capturing video evidence that is then reviewed by citation officers before a citation is issued.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In Portage, school resource officers now review the footage to see whether a citation is warranted.
    — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of citation
Noun
  • At the conclusion of an English-language service interspersed with hymns in Arabic, the priest introduced Salazar, who stood up in the front row, smiling and waving.
    — Daniel Castro, New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2026
  • At a campaign event held at a college chapel in Lindsborg, Hamilton led the crowd in a hymn and did not mention his opponent by name.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of hymn
Noun
  • Everyone applauded politely when Joontos collected its Bib Gourmand, and when Aseeb and Myazu received commendations.
    — Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
  • In appreciation of his efforts, he has been given a commendation from the Metropolitan Police and has received three Parliamentary awards.
    — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of commendation

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