Eulogist: meaning, definitions and examples
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eulogist
[ หjuหlษสคษชst ]
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:
๐ต๐น eulogista
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเฅเคฐเคฆเฅเคงเคพเคเคเคฒเคฟ เคฆเฅเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Lobredner
๐ฎ๐ฉ pencerita pujian
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะฒะฐะฝะณะตะปััั
๐ต๐ฑ eulogista
๐ฏ๐ต ่ฟฝๆผๆผ่ชฌ่
๐ซ๐ท รฉulogiste
๐ช๐ธ elogista
๐น๐ท รถvgรผde bulunan kiลi
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐฌ์์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูู ุงุฏุญ
๐จ๐ฟ eulogista
๐ธ๐ฐ eulogista
๐จ๐ณ ้ขๆฌ่
๐ธ๐ฎ eulogist
๐ฎ๐ธ lofgjafi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐาัะฐััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tษrif edษn
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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