EULOGIZE Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

eulogize

verb

Definition of eulogize

as in to honor

to say or write good things about (someone or something) He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend.

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Recent Examples of eulogize Harald's son, who became the new King Haakon VIII, eulogized Harald on Saturday night. — ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026 Haakon was to address the people of Norway in his first speech as king on Saturday night in which he is expected to eulogize his father. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026 In a clip shared on social media, a loud boo was heard from the crowd as Lombardo, 63, began eulogizing the slain officer. — Niya Doyle, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 Whether in the spirit of saving or eulogizing the industry, the question of its influence deserves serious thought. — Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for eulogize

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Tory Burch was honored with the Positive Change Award, which was presented to her by Anna Wintour, the global editorial director of Vogue and chief content officer of Condé Nast.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 5 Nov. 2026
The annual awards ceremony will be held on November 13 in Los Angeles, honoring behind-the-camera artisans who work tirelessly at their craft to make some of the best films in the world.

— William Earl, Variety, 4 Nov. 2026

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Trump praised O’Donnell’s positions on border security, taxes, and small businesses.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
The MobLand actor was very diplomatic in his answer, generously praising the field of young stars who are up for the part.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2026

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The lawsuit is the latest from the federal government that targets ride-hailing companies for treatment of would-be riders with disabilities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
Waymo operates commercially in 15 US cities, but has faced opposition from labor unions, ride-hailing giants such as Uber and Lyft, and various AI-skeptical groups and pedestrian safety advocates.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026

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