Eulogize — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈyü-lə-ˌjīz/ eu·lo·gize

Meaning & Definition of Eulogize

Eulogize (verb)

  1. to speak or write in high praise of, extol; especially, to praise (someone who has died) in a eulogy

Eulogize (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to say or write good things about (someone or something)

    "He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend."

    similar: exalt, extol, glorify, hail, honor, laud, praise, salute, advance, elevate, promote, raise, upgrade, forward, further, aggrandize, boost, heighten, improve, lift, uplift, commission, ennoble, knight, acclaim, applaud, celebrate, cite, commend, compliment, congratulate, decorate
    opposite: demean, disgrace, dishonor, humble, humiliate, mortify, shame, take down, depose, dethrone, dismiss, expel, impeach, oust, overthrow, remove, unmake, unseat, censure, condemn, damn, denounce, reprobate, abase, degrade, demote, downgrade, lower, reduce

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Eulogize

The most common words with a similar meaning to Eulogize:

exalt, extol, glorify, hail, honor, laud, praise, salute, advance, elevate, promote, raise, upgrade, forward, further, aggrandize, boost, heighten, improve, lift, uplift, commission, ennoble, knight, acclaim, applaud, celebrate, cite, commend, compliment, congratulate, decorate

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Eulogize

Words with the opposite meaning of Eulogize:

demean, disgrace, dishonor, humble, humiliate, mortify, shame, take down, depose, dethrone, dismiss, expel, impeach, oust, overthrow, remove, unmake, unseat, censure, condemn, damn, denounce, reprobate, abase, degrade, demote, downgrade, lower, reduce

Word Forms of Eulogize

Inflections: eulogized, eulogizing

Derived words: eulogizer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Eulogize

First known use: 1810

Frequently Asked Questions about Eulogize

What does "Eulogize" mean?

"Eulogize" means to speak or write in high praise of, extol; especially, to praise (someone who has died) in a eulogy. As a verb, it is defined as: to speak or write in high praise of, extol; especially, to praise (someone who has died) in a eulogy.

What is another word for "Eulogize"?

Other words for "Eulogize" include exalt, extol, glorify, hail, honor, laud, praise and salute. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Eulogize" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Eulogize"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Eulogize". Common alternatives include exalt, extol, glorify, hail, honor, laud, praise, salute, advance and elevate.

What is the opposite of "Eulogize"?

Antonyms of "Eulogize" include demean, disgrace, dishonor, humble, humiliate, mortify, shame and take down.

How do you use "Eulogize" in a sentence?

Examples of "Eulogize" in a sentence: "He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend.".

Is "Eulogize" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Eulogize" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Eulogize"?

"Eulogize" is pronounced /ˈyü-lə-ˌjīz/ and divided into syllables as eu·lo·gize.

What is the origin of the word "Eulogize"?

First known use: 1810.