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
Bad Bunny eulogized Colón at a concert in São Paulo Saturday night.
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Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Feb. 2026
Former Vice President Kamala Harris eulogized Jackson in a statement that remembered how his 1988 presidential run built a sense of community among supporters.
—Matt Brown, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Social media saw an outpouring of memorials and tributes from politicians and public figures alike eulogizing Jackson and his long career of advocacy.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Instead of lauding the triumph of the solo artist or eulogizing the uniqueness of a bygone time, Fischer demonstrates the evergreen value of collaboration.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
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Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Feb. 2026
Former Vice President Kamala Harris eulogized Jackson in a statement that remembered how his 1988 presidential run built a sense of community among supporters.
—Matt Brown, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Social media saw an outpouring of memorials and tributes from politicians and public figures alike eulogizing Jackson and his long career of advocacy.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Instead of lauding the triumph of the solo artist or eulogizing the uniqueness of a bygone time, Fischer demonstrates the evergreen value of collaboration.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eulogize
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At a balloon release in November 2024 honoring his memory, family members described Williams, who ran his own carpet-cleaning business, as a hardworking, kind, gentle man devoted to his family and faith.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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After more than 11 years with the Golden Police Department, Chief Joe Harvey was honored by colleagues, friends and family for his service and compassion.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Dewitt also praised JaCorey Stewart’s speed.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Then praised Illini Nation for its support.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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The 25-year-old Højgaard, who hails from Denmark, has made 15 birdies and one eagle the last two rounds.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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This example, however, hails from the Near East.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Eulogize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eulogize. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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