hommage

/oʊmɑːʒ/ or /oʊmɑːʒ/ or /ɒmˈɑːʒ/ or /ɔmˈɑːʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling or expression of respect, admiration, or gratitude, typically expressed publicly

“The artist paid a heartfelt hommage to her deceased mother in her latest painting.”

2. noun

a tribute or acknowledgement of respect, especially for a person or their work

“The singer dedicated her song to her favorite musician as a hommage to his legacy.”

3. verb

to pay tribute or express respect to someone or something

“The fans hommaged their favorite actor by creating a charity in his name.”

Synonyms

  • acknowledgement
  • honor
  • salute
  • tribute

Antonyms

  • blasphemy
  • disrespect