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Eulogizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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eulogizing

 

[ หˆjuหlษ™หŒdส’aษชzษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

speaking highly

Eulogizing refers to the act of delivering a eulogy, which is a speech or tribute praising someone who has passed away. This term is often used in the context of funerals and memorial services, where friends, family, or public figures share memories and highlight the achievements of the deceased. Eulogizing serves not only to honor the individual but also to offer consolation to those grieving. It can embody personal anecdotes, reflections on the deceased's impact, and expressions of regret for their absence. Overall, it is a way to celebrate a life and acknowledge the loss felt by the community.

Synonyms

celebrating, commemorating, honoring, lauding, praising

Examples of usage

  • She was eulogizing her late grandmother.
  • The politician spent a few moments eulogizing the contributions of his predecessor.
  • Friends gathered to eulogize their fallen comrade.
  • He started eulogizing the accomplishments of the athlete before the award ceremony.

Translations

Translations of the word "eulogizing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elogiar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคคเฅเคคเคฟ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช eulogisieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memuji

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั”ะปะพะณั–ะทัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ eulogizowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ณ›็พŽใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉloger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elogiar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถvmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐฌ์–‘ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฏุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chvรกlit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chvรกliลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ข‚ๆ‰ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hvaliti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lofa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะดะฐา›ั‚ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™riflษ™mษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elogiar

Etymology

The term 'eulogizing' derives from the Greek word 'eulogia', which translates to 'praise' or 'good speech'. The prefix 'eu-' means 'good', while 'logia' comes from 'logos', meaning 'word' or 'speech'. This underscores the essence of eulogizing as a form of positive expression about someone's life and contributions. Historically, eulogies have been an integral part of funeral rites in many cultures, symbolizing respect and affection towards the deceased. The practice can be traced back to ancient times, in which orators would deliver eloquent speeches to honor fallen heroes or important figures. Over the centuries, as various cultures adopted and adapted this practice, the format and style of eulogies evolved, often reflecting the societal values and beliefs about death, memory, and legacy. Today, eulogizing remains a poignant ritual that allows loved ones to publicly express their grief while celebrating the life lived.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,367, 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.