noun
eulogy
YOO-luh-jee
Eulogy (noun) means a speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral. Example: “His daughter gave a moving eulogy at the memorial service.”
noun
1
A speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral.
"His daughter gave a moving eulogy at the memorial service."
2
Any speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.
"The retiring coach received a eulogy from the whole team."
How to use eulogy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA speech of praise, especially one given at a funeral.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "elegy" (a mournful poem or piece of writing, not necessarily spoken).
Easily confused with
Common pairings
give a eulogy
deliver a eulogy
write a eulogy
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Word forms
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Etymology
From Latin eulogium, ultimately tracing to Greek eu- (\"good\") + logia (\"words, speaking\") — literally \"good words.\"
Related words
Rhymes for eulogy
apology
zoology
biology
ecology
analogy
geology
trilogy
etiology
pedagogy
mycology
virology
sexology
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Frequently asked questions
What does “eulogy” mean?
The word “eulogy” means a speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral. In plain terms, a speech of praise, especially one given at a funeral.
How do you pronounce “eulogy”?
“Eulogy” is pronounced YOO-luh-jee (/ˈju.lə.d͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “eulogy” in a sentence?
Here is “eulogy” used in a sentence: “His daughter gave a moving eulogy at the memorial service.”
What is another word for “eulogy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “eulogy” include panegyric, elogy and eulogium.
What is the opposite of “eulogy”?
The opposite of “eulogy” — its antonyms — are criticism and dyslogy.
What part of speech is “eulogy”?
“Eulogy” is a noun.
Where does the word “eulogy” come from?
The word “eulogy” comes from Latin. From Latin eulogium, ultimately tracing to Greek eu- (\"good\") + logia (\"words, speaking\") — literally \"good words.\".
How many meanings does “eulogy” have?
“Eulogy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a speech given to honour someone who has died, typically at their funeral.
