encomium
UK/en'kәumjәm/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A formal or elaborate expression of high praise; a tribute.
颂词，赞辞，正式的赞美之辞
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedento put into, to cause
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comiroot
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umsuffix
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Example Sentences
- 1.
The encomium praised the founder's vision and leadership.
- 2.
His retirement dinner featured several encomiums from colleagues.