HOMAGE Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

homage

noun

ˈä-mij

Definition of homage

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

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as in glory

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes

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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

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Recent Examples of homage With exceptional performances from the entire cast and homages to musical legends like Whitney Houston and Janet Jackson, Bioh and White present a reflection of the Black female experience in all of its dazzling idiosyncrasies, triumphs and pains. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026 In an homage to Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, ghosts trek through the billionaire’s bedroom, each pushing him to reckon with his deficits. — Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026 On the red carpet ahead of the ceremony, the actress, 63, told PEOPLE that her short blonde hairstyle was an homage to the Queen of Pop, 68. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026 The coordinated moment was a cheeky homage to Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake’s unforgettable denim-on-denim date-night look from the 2001 American Music Awards. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for homage

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Noun

Dennis and Rosa encounter all sorts of people, from feuding Take That tribute bands to Irish bachelorettes, comedians and bingo enthusiasts.

— Marta Balaga, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
Jean pays tribute to the oversized trousers worn by rodeo clowns.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of tribute

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Try to be a better person, try to give glory to Him, try and do the right thing for your family.

— Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
What greatness, what glory, was there in a God who made a universe only to destroy it as part of a 2,000-year-old guessing game?

— David Von Drehle, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of glory

Noun

Bashing California is a reliable applause line in red states like Nebraska, Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma, where the president has been holding rallies trying to ensure his supporters get out to vote.

— Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Davidson's request was immediately met with cheers and thunderous applause from the studio audience.

— Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of applause

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Martin, whose career has spanned movies, comedy, television and music, received the IBMA’s entertainer of the year accolade in 2011.

— Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2026
Hamilton received many awards and accolades, including being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, in 2016 by President Barack Obama.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of accolade

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The Hong Kong director, whose classics include Boat People and A Simple Life, previously received Busan’s Asian Filmmaker of the Year honor in 2014 and Venice’s Golden Lion for lifetime achievement in 2020.

— Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
The annual gathering honors Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, which falls on the last weekend of September.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of honor

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Josie Long, whose credits include Skins, and playwright and screenwriter Holly Phillips, whose credits include The Athena, Get Even and Dance Academy, are adapting the books for television.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Housing topped the list at 42%, followed by stocks at 26% and corporate credit at 21%.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of credit

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The buzzy portrait of Tesla, X and SpaceX chief Elon Musk premiered at Venice to critical acclaim, currently sitting at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes (off 28 reviews, see Deadline’s here).

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026
Like Kieran Culkin and Jeremy Strong, Widow’s Bay standout Kate O’Flynn could parlay her prestige-TV acclaim to Oscar attention for Tender Loving Care.

— Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of acclaim

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Sony revived Resident Evil last month and HBO drew big viewership and critical praise with The Last of Us, just to name a couple of recent success stories.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
Posters of Kate Moss photographed by Juergen Teller have been plastered over the city and praise for the exhibition has been handed largely to Enninful.

— Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 8 Oct. 2026

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