What does eulogize mean?
Eulogize means (transitive) To praise, celebrate or pay homage to (someone), especially in an eloquent formal eulogy..
Eulogize
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To praise, celebrate or pay homage to (someone), especially in an eloquent formal eulogy..
Example Sentences
Brill's brother Michael also eulogized David's battle for justice in "defending the rights of men, women and children."
Both did say a few words, both informally eulogizing my father, though neither admitted that was what they were doing.
Where did I go wrong? Why is Elton John eulogizing me in song?
Synonyms for eulogize
Antonyms for eulogize
Related Words
Word Forms
- eulogizes
- eulogizing
- eulogized
- eulogise
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for eulogize?
Common synonyms include extol, laud, panegyrize, aggrandize.
What is the opposite of eulogize?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use eulogize in a sentence?
Brill's brother Michael also eulogized David's battle for justice in "defending the rights of men, women and children."
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