имя существительное [греческий язык, множественное число] encomiums, encomia; [литературно-книжное] восхваление, панегирик Синоним(ы): panegyric, eulogy
noun (plural -miums; also encomia) Etymology: Latin, from Greek enkōmion, from en in + kōmos revel, celebration glowing and warmly enthusiastic praise; also an expression of this Synonyms: encomium, eulogy, panegyric, tribute, citation mean a formal expression of praise. encomium implies enthusiasm and warmth in praising a person or a thing Example: received encomiums from literary critics. eulogy applies to a prepared speech or writing extolling the virtues and services of a person Example: delivered the eulogy at the funeral service. panegyric suggests an elaborate often poetic compliment Example: her lyrical memoir was a panegyric to her mentor. tribute implies deeply felt praise conveyed either through words or through a significant act Example: the concert was a musical tribute to the early jazz masters. citation applies to the formal praise of a person offered in a military dispatch or in awarding an honorary degree Example: earned a citation for bravery.