Synonyms of paean

paean

noun

ˈpē-ən 

as in tribute

a formal expression of praise

his retirement party featured many paeans for his long years of service to the company

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of paean

During our time there, we were treated to a three-course chef’s tasting menu that was a paean to the summer; think a profusion of tomatoes, stone fruit, local soft cheeses, and edible flowers. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

After replaying Colbert’s Emmy acceptance speech, Kimmel playfully lambasted his friend for giving a sweet paean to his wife, Evie, which made all the other late night hosts look bad with their own wives. — Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026

Kraus’ paean to peace is written in the most luxurious and loathsome language imaginable — in one very long and fractured sentence. — The Know, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2026

The whole thing is a paean to friendship, unexpected success, and partying. — Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026

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