panegyric

/pænˈɛdʒɪrɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A formal expression of praise or admiration, especially a speech or writing that praises someone highly.

“The politician’s victory speech was a grand panegyric to his supporters.”

2. noun

A formal expression of praise or admiration, especially a speech or writing that praises someone or something highly, often in a grand or elaborate way.

“The poet’s panegyric to the city’s beauty was a masterpiece of language.”

3. noun

A eulogy or a formal expression of praise.

“The funeral oration was a heartfelt panegyric to the deceased leader.”

Synonyms

  • encomium
  • eulogy
  • tribute

Antonyms

  • denunciation
  • invective