Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
panegyrize
verb
/ˌpæn.ɪˈdʒɪr.aɪz/
Definition
To publicly praise or commend someone or something, often in a formal and elaborate manner.
Examples
- During the award ceremony, the speaker began to panegyrize the achievements of the honorees.
- The article in the magazine was written to panegyrize the contributions of local artists to the community.
- In his speech, he did not hesitate to panegyrize the efforts of his colleagues in the project.
Meaning
The act of expressing approval or admiration, usually through a formal speech or writing that highlights the virtues of someone or something.
Synonyms
- praise
- extol
- laud
- commend
- celebrate
