Synonyms of homage

homage

noun

ˈä-mij 

1

as in tribute

a formal expression of praise

the poem is a moving homage to all who have served in our nation's armed services

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tribute
• commendation
• citation
• award
• accolade
• hymn
• paean
• eulogy
• encomium
• panegyric
• salutation
• eulogium
• dithyramb
• prize
• dedication
• applause
• honor
• acclaim
• decoration
• laudation
• acclamation
• approval
• recommendation
• compliment
• hallelujah
• cachet
• bravo
• plaudit(s)
• kudo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• condemnation
• indictment
• denunciation
• rebuke
• censure
• reprimand
• lecture
• correction
• reproof
• sermon
• admonition
• harangue

2

as in glory

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• glory
• applause
• accolade
• honor
• credit
• acclaim
• praise
• tribute
• fame
• kudos
• laud
• commendation
• ovation
• props
• sun
• distinction
• laurels
• réclame
• bay(s)
• renown
• celebrity
• eulogy
• compliment
• repute
• encomium
• panegyric
• toast
• recommendation
• plaudit
• rave
• acclamation
• rhapsody
• citation
• glorification
• enshrinement
• enthronement
• exaltation
• elevation
• note
• kudo

Synonym Chooser

How does the noun homage differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of homage are deference, honor, and reverence. While all these words mean "respect and esteem shown to another," homage adds the implication of accompanying praise.

paying homage to Shakespeare

Where would deference be a reasonable alternative to homage?

The words deference and homage can be used in similar contexts, but deference implies a yielding or submitting to another's judgment or preference out of respect or reverence.

showed no deference to their elders

When can honor be used instead of homage?

The words honor and homage are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, honor may apply to the recognition of one's right to great respect or to any expression of such recognition.

the nomination is an honor

When is it sensible to use reverence instead of homage?

In some situations, the words reverence and homage are roughly equivalent. However, reverence implies profound respect mingled with love, devotion, or awe.

great reverence for my father

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of homage

After completing the first big area of the game and meeting a giant god-like ape that resembles a headphone-wearing homage to The Jungle Book’s King Louie, a musical sequence shatters the stone revealing it to be a young girl named Pauline. —Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 1 July 2025

Designed to pay homage, the scent is inspired by Granado’s history and the mysterious, welcoming atmosphere of traditional apothecaries and reviving century-old legacy with intensity, elegance and freshness. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 June 2025

The hotel’s signature restaurant plays homage to its original owners with its swanky fine dining restaurant, Marchal. —Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025

Chef Michelino Gioia and barman Federico Morosi whipped up favorites including shrimp risotto with ginger and lime and the famous Teller negroni, an homage to Juergen Teller and one of Il Pellicano’s many signature cocktails. —Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 June 2025

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