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tribute

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of tribute

a formal expression of praise

tributes were received from all over the world at the opera singer's farewell concert

Synonyms of tribute

accolade, citation, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation

Words Related to tribute

award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize

acclaim, acclamation, laudation

applause, plaudit(s)

bravo, hallelujah, kudo

approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation

Near Antonyms of tribute

censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof

admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

Synonym Discussion of tribute

encomium, eulogy, panegyric, tribute, citation mean a formal expression of praise. encomium implies enthusiasm and warmth in praising a person or a thing.

- received encomiums from literary critics

eulogy applies to a prepared speech or writing extolling the virtues and services of a person.

- delivered the eulogy at the funeral service

panegyric suggests an elaborate often poetic compliment.

- her lyrical memoir was a panegyric to her mentor

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

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

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