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PANEGYRIC
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
A formal expression of praise
Synonyms:
encomium; eulogy; paean; panegyric; pean
Classified under:
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents
Hypernyms ("panegyric" is a kind of...):
congratulations; extolment; kudos; praise (an expression of approval and commendation)
Derivation:
panegyric; panegyrical (formally expressing praise)
panegyrist (an orator who delivers eulogies or panegyrics)
II. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Formally expressing praise
Synonyms:
encomiastic; eulogistic; panegyric; panegyrical
Classified under:
Similar:
complimentary (conveying or resembling a compliment)
Derivation:
panegyric (a formal expression of praise)
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