encomium
noun | /encomium/
a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something
encomium
noun | /encomium/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMa speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something
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"The retiring professor received an encomium from colleagues praising his fifty years of service."
"The ceremony opened with an encomium to the founder that had many in tears."
Mnemonic Trick
ENCOMIUM → EN + COMPLIMENT: think EN + COMPLIMENT = a formal glowing compliment.
Etymology
From Greek enkōmion “song of praise.”
Likely from en- (“in”) + kōmos/komos (revel/celebration), used for formal praise or tribute.
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