TRIBUTES Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

tributes

noun

plural of tribute

as in commendations

a formal expression of praise tributes were received from all over the world at the opera singer's farewell concert

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Recent Examples of tributes 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 Caleb Flynn’s appearance on American Idol is largely remembered for his emotional tributes to his wife. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026 Has the outpouring of tributes from people who were touched by her artistry underscored the purpose of the museum for you? — Cat Cardenas, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026 The awards, hosted by Snoop Dogg, also featured tributes to Dolly Parton and George Michael. — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026 Also, Nirvana received the video vanguard award, and tributes were held for Dolly Parton and George Michael. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026 From the red carpet to the performances to the emotional tributes, there’s so much to look forward to. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2026 The outpouring of grief and love for Figuereo continued on social media, with many friends posting heartfelt tributes. — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026

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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

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

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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

Definition of homages

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

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Two blocks of six films each, running roughly an hour apiece, will precede the awards and the jury announcement.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026
The awards are named after Harvey Kurtzman, the influential writer-artist-editor behind many EC Comics titles as well as the co-founder of Mad magazine.

— Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of awards

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Every decade seems to yield a new crop of death knells and eulogies explaining why the form has reached the end of its useful life.

— Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 8 July 2026
Would her child be buried in a separate part of the cemetery without the appropriate eulogies?

— Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026

Definition of eulogies

Noun

The atmosphere feels similar to Pentecostal churches, with the hymns and spiritual declarations very familiar to those sung in other churches.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
In the southernmost car, dozens press together and sway in their prayer shawls to the hymns of the morning service.

— Ben Corn, Christian Science Monitor, 19 Sep. 2026

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