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How does the noun eulogy differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of eulogy are citation, encomium, panegyric, and tribute. While all these words mean "a formal expression of praise," eulogy applies to a prepared speech or writing extolling the virtues and services of a person.

delivered the eulogy at the funeral service

When could citation be used to replace eulogy?

While in some cases nearly identical to eulogy, citation applies to the formal praise of a person offered in a military dispatch or in awarding an honorary degree.

earned a citation for bravery

When is encomium a more appropriate choice than eulogy?

While the synonyms encomium and eulogy are close in meaning, encomium implies enthusiasm and warmth in praising a person or a thing.

received encomiums from literary critics

When is it sensible to use panegyric instead of eulogy?

The words panegyric and eulogy are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, panegyric suggests an elaborate often poetic compliment.

her lyrical memoir was a panegyric to her mentor

Where would tribute be a reasonable alternative to eulogy?

In some situations, the words tribute and eulogy are roughly equivalent. However, tribute implies deeply felt praise conveyed either through words or through a significant act.

the concert was a musical tribute to the early jazz masters

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of eulogy The funeral, held at the Cowboy Church of Erath County, included a eulogy from Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Sid Miller. Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2025 Following the death of his former lover, a lonely man encounters a new technology that transports people into old photographs for the purpose of crafting a eulogy. Randall Colburn, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025 Barring a truly miraculous comeback, there’s going to be plenty of time to get into the full eulogy of this team — of this core group — next week when this series is over. James Mirtle, New York Times, 15 May 2025 Mourners would walk alongside the body and celebrate the departed's life with odes, art, eulogies, and tears. Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for eulogy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eulogy
Noun
  • This hidden cocktail bar pays tribute to Asheville's bold 1907 anti-Prohibitionists who wore red ribbons in defiance.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
  • In May, Brown paid tribute to husband Jake Bongiovi on his 23rd birthday with a post on social media.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • In keeping with tradition, the Mass will include a homily and communion and end with a final commendation and farewell.
    Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, presided over the funeral liturgy and delivered the final commendation and valediction.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The academics also found that LGBTQ-friendly firms demonstrated an almost 25 percent increase in the number of patent citations, which is broadly considered an indication of how other companies value the innovativeness of a particular patent.
    Josie Cox, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Vinson said the village is involved with ongoing litigation with the apartment owner over 170 previously issued citations.
    Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2025

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“Eulogy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eulogy. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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