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elogio — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • accolade noun An award, honour or expression of high praise.
  • compliment noun A remark expressing praise, admiration or approval of someone or something.
  • encomium noun Warm praise, especially a formal expression of such praise; a tribute.
  • eulogy noun A speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral.
  • kudos noun Praise, credit, or recognition for something a person has achieved.

Senses

elogio is used for these senses in English:

  • accolade An expression of approval; praise. [from 1852]
  • compliment An expression of praise, congratulation, or respect.
  • encomium Warm praise, especially a formal expression of such praise; a tribute.
  • eulogy Speaking highly of someone or something; the act of praising or commending someone or something.
  • kudos Praise; accolades.

compliment — full definition

  1. noun A remark expressing praise, admiration or approval of someone or something.
  2. verb To tell someone that you admire or approve of them or something they have done.
  3. noun Polite greetings or good wishes conveyed to someone, especially in formal or written form.

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