eulogize — to praise someone or something highly, especially someone who has died
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to praise someone or something highly, especially someone who has died
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz/
Korean meaning: 찬양하다, 찬사를 보내다 (특히 죽은 사람을)
Korean pronunciation: **유**로자이즈
Example Sentences
- Politicians love to eulogize their predecessors once they're safely dead and can't run against them anymore.
- The CEO eulogized the company's founder during the anniversary celebration.
- She eulogized her grandmother's cooking skills so much that everyone expected a Michelin star meal, but got burnt toast instead.
eulogize
VERB//ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz//
to praise someone or something highly, especially someone who has died
A woman eulogizes the deceased man at his memorial service
Organize memories, recognize lives, eulogize with grace
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'eulogia' meaning 'praise' or 'blessing', derived from 'eu' (well) and 'logia' (speech or discourse). The word entered English via Late Latin and French, originally referring to a formal expression of praise.
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📝Examples
“Politicians love to eulogize their predecessors once they're safely dead and can't run against them anymore.”
“The CEO eulogized the company's founder during the anniversary celebration.”
“She eulogized her grandmother's cooking skills so much that everyone expected a Michelin star meal, but got burnt toast instead.”
“The memorial service was filled with friends and family who came to eulogize the beloved teacher.”
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