eulogy

/ˈjuːlɒdʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

a speech or piece of writing that praises someone who has died, typically given at their funeral

“The priest delivered a beautiful eulogy for the late mayor.”

2. noun

a eulogistic or laudatory speech or writing, especially one that is overly flattering

“The politician’s eulogy for his opponent was met with skepticism by the audience.”

Synonyms

  • elegy
  • obituary
  • panegyric

Antonyms

  • dirge
  • elegy
  • lament