EULOGIZE Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

eulogize

verb

Definition of eulogize

as in to honor

to say or write good things about (someone or something) He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend.

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Recent Examples of eulogize Haakon was to address the people of Norway in his first speech as king on Saturday night in which he is expected to eulogize his father. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026 In a clip shared on social media, a loud boo was heard from the crowd as Lombardo, 63, began eulogizing the slain officer. — Niya Doyle, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 Whether in the spirit of saving or eulogizing the industry, the question of its influence deserves serious thought. — Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 In the piece, Dennis eulogized Bryant for his accomplishments on the court, in the community and as a father. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for eulogize

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Ho, who co-founded 852 Films, picked up the Fantastic Icon Award at BIFAN’s 30th edition, honoring her body of work in genre film.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
The discovery led to a complete redesign of the project, shifting the hotel inland to preserve the sacred site and honor the ancestors who remain there.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of honor

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The one-minute television spot includes Poindexter’s daughters praising their father for his work ethic and dedication to their family.

— Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2026
Smoke’N Ash is also praised for Patrick Hicks’ brisket, pork ribs and rib tips, along with an extensive menu of desserts.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026

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Iran's Revolutionary Guard on Monday hailed down a tanker transiting the strait and ordered the ship to turn around or face attack, according to an incident report from the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre.

— Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026
The passengers who halted the attack and helped regain control of the aircraft have been hailed as heroes in Israel.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026

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