eulogize

/ˌyuːlɒˈɡaɪz, ˌjuːlɒˈɡaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to praise or honor someone or something highly, typically in a speech or writing, especially after their death

“She eulogized her late husband with a heartfelt speech at the funeral.”

2. verb

to praise or commend someone or something highly

“The journalist eulogized the charity’s efforts to help the community.”

3. verb

to give a eulogy for someone or something

“The minister will eulogize the deceased in the funeral service tomorrow.”

4. verb

to speak highly of someone or something

“The politician eulogized the city’s economic growth in his speech.”

5. noun

the act of praising or honoring someone or something highly, typically in a speech or writing, especially after their death

“The eulogies delivered at the ceremony were heartfelt and sincere.”

Synonyms

  • commend
  • honor
  • praise

Antonyms

  • condemn
  • criticize