Eulogist: meaning, definitions and examples

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eulogist

 

[ หˆjuหlษ™สคษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

funeral speech

A eulogist is a person who delivers a eulogy, which is a speech or tribute given in honor of someone who has passed away. The eulogy often highlights the deceased's life, accomplishments, and the impact they had on others. It serves as a way to celebrate the life of the individual and provide comfort to those mourning their loss.

Synonyms

orator, speaker, tribute giver.

Examples of usage

  • The eulogist spoke kindly about her grandmother's loving nature.
  • He was chosen as the eulogist due to his close friendship with the deceased.
  • At the funeral, the eulogist shared heartfelt memories of their time together.

Translations

Translations of the word "eulogist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น eulogista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅเคฐเคฆเฅเคงเคพเค‚เคœเคฒเคฟ เคฆเฅ‡เคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lobredner

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pencerita pujian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะฒะฐะฝะณะตะปั–ัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ eulogista

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟฝๆ‚ผๆผ”่ชฌ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉulogiste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elogista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถvgรผde bulunan kiลŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐฌ์–‘์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุงุฏุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eulogista

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ eulogista

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ข‚ๆ‰ฌ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eulogist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lofgjafi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐา›ั‚ะฐัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™rif edษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elogista

Etymology

The term 'eulogist' derives from the Greek word 'eu-logia,' which means 'praise' or 'good words.' This reflects the essence of delivering a eulogy, which is to speak positively about the deceased. The word 'eulogy' entered the English language around the 14th century, and over time, the role of a eulogist has become crucial in memorial services. Traditionally, eulogies would be delivered by religious figures, but it has evolved to include family members, friends, and acquaintances who share their personal memories and reflections. The use of the term has persisted through centuries, signifying the importance of honoring those who have passed in a respectful and memorable way.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,649, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.