noun

eulogy

YOO-luh-jee

noun

A speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral.

"His daughter gave a moving eulogy at the memorial service."

Any speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.

"The retiring coach received a eulogy from the whole team."

How to Use Eulogy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA speech of praise, especially one given at a funeral.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with "elegy" (a mournful poem or piece of writing, not necessarily spoken).

Easily confused with

elegy

Common pairings

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eulogies plural

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From Latin eulogium, ultimately tracing to Greek eu- (\"good\") + logia (\"words, speaking\") — literally \"good words.\"

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