eulogy

[ yoo-luh-jee ]

noun

, plural eu·lo·gies.

1. a speech or writing in praise of a person or thing, especially a set oration in honor of a deceased person.
2. high praise or commendation.

eulogy

/ ˈjuːlədʒɪ /

noun

1. a formal speech or piece of writing praising a person or thing, esp a person who has recently died
2. high praise or commendation

eulogy

1. Words of praise, often for a dead person, but also a staple in introducing speakers, in nominating candidates, and on other such occasions. ( Compare elegy .)

Usage

See elegy

Word History and Origins

Origin of eulogy¹

First recorded in 1585–95; from Late Latin eulogia eulogia and Medieval Latin eulogium eulogium

Word History and Origins

Origin of eulogy¹

C16: from Late Latin eulogia, from Greek: praise, from eu- + -logy ; influenced by Latin ēlogium short saying, inscription

Example Sentences

At Antonio's funeral at the São Francisco Xavier Cemetery four days after his killing, one of his friends delivered his mother’s eulogy: "You were so full of life and hope. Now you are a victim of a bullet."

From BBC

Such was their closeness that when Johanna died in May 2005, MacCallum, from Aberfoyle in Stirlingshire, asked to read the eulogy at her funeral.

From BBC

He delivered Friday’s address confirming Sinwar’s death, which was a combined eulogy and rallying cry.

From Los Angeles Times

But despite the bubbly energy on Main Street, it was clear: Disney Channel Nite was a eulogy for a bygone era.

From Los Angeles Times

During the eulogy there was reference to the final months of Eriksson's life, when he realised his dream of managing Liverpool during a charity match in March.

From BBC

Related Words

• citation
• paean
• tribute