HOMAGES Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

homages

noun

plural of homage

as in tributes

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 glories

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

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Recent Examples of homages 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 Another of the homages to classic cinema was The Great Movie Ride, housed in the park’s centerpiece, a replica of the iconic Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. — Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026 The remaining homages are largely being paid through federal trusts or from Florida’s land acquisition grant fund, with about $440,000 so far coming from general revenue. — Liv Caputo Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026 The event is looser on costume restrictions than during a normal day in the park, resulting in adults geared up in creative homages to characters and attractions. — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026 Brandy Melville and American Eagle have their own homages to the style, while Old Navy’s famous flag tee celebrates its 32nd birthday this year. — Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026 The story here is how the Minions conquered Hollywood and became movie stars, which has charmed critics especially, with so many homages to classic Hollywood film. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The King homages hardly stop there. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 15 June 2026 Hartman’s homages have been many. — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026

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Noun

Then came an outpouring of recollections, anecdotes and tributes, from all corners of the internet.

— Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
Indeed, the side of Eco most on display during the conference, in the form of both personal anecdotes and public tributes, was that of a teacher who loved and cared deeply about his students.

— Bartolomeo Sala, The Dial, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of tributes

Noun

The glories of some former age may be lamented, and our sympathies directed to parties judged righteous or wronged.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026
The privileged hillside location is well removed from the crowds, yet Florence and all its Renaissance glories is a mere 20-minute ride on the complimentary shuttle bus.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of glories

Noun

Everyone applauded politely when Joontos collected its Bib Gourmand, and when Aseeb and Myazu received commendations.

— Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Some soldiers distinguished themselves by helping to render emergency trauma response and first aid to civilians, earning individual service commendations, according to the Arkansas National Guard.

— Neal Earley, Arkansas Online, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of commendations

Noun

Smart, a veteran actress, has earned numerous accolades over the course of her career, including eight Emmys, three SAG Awards, two Golden Globes and six Critics Choice Awards.

— Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Langley has nine nominations heading into the November awards show, while Lambert is up for seven accolades.

— Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of accolades

Noun

Verbal warnings have been issued for violations since the lanes were completed last month along Forbes Avenue and Fifth Avenue, but starting Thursday, citations will be given out.

— Mike Darnay, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
He was issued felony citations on suspicion of burglary, evading police, driving more than 100 mph, hit-and-run, obstruction and resisting, reckless driving and taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of citations

Noun

The singer recently put out her eighth studio album, Popstar, to much critical acclaim and fanfare online, as her day one fans are taking a victory lap on social media.

— Angel Diaz, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
There’s plenty of that to go around, too, beginning with a bizarrely grisly meet-uncute between Lowen Ashleigh (Johnson), a young novelist with acclaim but no sales to write home about, and slick realtor Jeremy Crawford (Hartnett).

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026

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