as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the encomiums bestowed on a teacher at her retirement ceremonies
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Recent Examples of encomium
According to a detailed and well-sourced Washington Post exposé, the plot was directed from the highest levels of Indian intelligence, with the apparent blessing of officials close to Modi himself—all while Modi basked in Biden’s lavish encomium.
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Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 20 Aug. 2024
Legendary frontman Stephen Malkmus would likely be opposed to the usual encomiums.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2024
Since Joe Biden was dragged kicking and screaming from the 2024 presidential race, Americans have been treated with many an encomium to the president’s selfless statesmanship.
—Jason Willick, Washington Post, 30 July 2024
Politics, even now, is about more than baubles and encomia, and in their obstinacy, most voters remain at least somewhat interested in the policies that each candidate brings to the feast.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 29 July 2024
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Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 20 Aug. 2024
Legendary frontman Stephen Malkmus would likely be opposed to the usual encomiums.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2024
Since Joe Biden was dragged kicking and screaming from the 2024 presidential race, Americans have been treated with many an encomium to the president’s selfless statesmanship.
—Jason Willick, Washington Post, 30 July 2024
Politics, even now, is about more than baubles and encomia, and in their obstinacy, most voters remain at least somewhat interested in the policies that each candidate brings to the feast.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 29 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encomium
Noun
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Following the news of the internet star’s death, several of his friends shared tributes on social media.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The tribute serves as a powerful reminder to follow the beat of your own drum, trust in your unique talent and embrace your individuality with confidence.—
Karla Cote,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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His only local court citation, for an expired registration tag, was dismissed in 1998.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Fry is not yet aware of any citations issued to hunters in Wyoming who were relying on AI for information.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Encomium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encomium. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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