eulogize
UK: ˈjuː.lə.dʒaɪz | US: ˈjuː.lə.dʒaɪz
vt. to praise highly, especially in a formal speech or writing
vt. to speak or write in honor of someone, often after their death
eulogize = eu<good, well> + log<speech, word> + ize<verb suffix>
- eu (from Greek eu-, meaning "good" or "well")
- log (from Greek logos, meaning "speech" or "word")
- ize (verb-forming suffix, indicating "to make" or "to perform")
Etymology Origin:
The word eulogize traces back to Greek roots, combining eu- (good) and logos (speech). Originally, a eulogy was a formal speech of praise, often delivered at funerals. The suffix -ize was later added to form the verb, meaning "to deliver such praise." The term reflects the classical tradition of honoring individuals through eloquent speech, preserving the idea of "speaking well" of someone.
The president eulogized the fallen soldiers in a heartfelt ceremony.
She was asked to eulogize her mentor at the memorial service.
The biography eulogizes the scientist’s contributions to medicine.
Critics eulogized the film as a masterpiece of modern cinema.
He eulogized his late wife in a moving tribute published in the newspaper.