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Definition of eulogize

eulogize

/ˈjuː.lə.dʒaɪz/
(UK: eulogise)
eu · lo · gize
Adverb:eulogistically
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Adjective:eulogistic
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Past Simple:eulogized
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Past Participle:eulogized
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Present Participle:eulogizing
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eulogize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To praise someone or something highly in speech or writing, especially in a formal tribute to a recently deceased person.

Example

"Colleagues gathered at the memorial service to eulogize their mentor for her decades of dedicated scholarship."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'eulogize' (to praise highly, often at a funeral) with 'elegize' (to write a mournful poem or lament for the dead).

• Nearby Words

eulalia
euler
eulogist
eulogize
eulogy
eunuch
euonymus

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century from 'eulogy', which comes via Medieval Latin from Ancient Greek 'eulogia' (praise, fine language), combining 'eu-' (well) and 'logos' (word, speech).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eulogize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eulogize
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