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

“Those two little girls should be writing their letters to Santa, but instead their family is dealing with the unthinkable task of writing their eulogies.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Those two little girls should be writing their letters to Santa,” Anderson said, “but instead their family is dealing with the unthinkable task of writing their eulogies.”

From Los Angeles Times

Or take Michael Clarke, national captain at the time, close with Hughes from New South Wales cricket, who gave the very public eulogy days before leading his team in the tribute Test.

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

Related Words

• citation
• paean
• tribute