eulogy
What does "eulogy" mean?
A eulogy is a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who has recently died. Mentally, imagine a solemn gathering where a loved one stands at a podium to weave together memories and virtues, painting a final, respectful portrait of the departed to offer comfort to those mourning. While most commonly associated with funeral services, the term can occasionally be used in a broader sense to describe a high-praise tribute for someone moving on or a retiring institution. It is a formal, serious term; one would not use it to describe casual compliments or lighthearted toasts, as it carries a weight of finality and deep emotional significance.
"eulogy" in conversation
Planning a funeral
I’m so nervous about speaking at the service tomorrow.
I’m so nervous about speaking at the service tomorrow.
Take your time. Writing a eulogy is never easy, but everyone just wants to hear your favorite memories.
Take your time. Writing a eulogy is never easy, but everyone just wants to hear your favorite memories.
Used to describe the act of preparing the speech.
Reflecting on a life
Did you hear the eulogy at the memorial?
Did you hear the eulogy at the memorial?
I did. It was incredibly moving and captured his spirit perfectly.
I did. It was incredibly moving and captured his spirit perfectly.
Used to evaluate the quality of a delivered speech.
"eulogy" in a sentence
She delivered a beautiful eulogy at the funeral.
She delivered a beautiful eulogy at the funeral.
Writing a eulogy requires great sensitivity and reflection on the deceased's life.
Writing a eulogy requires great sensitivity and reflection on the deceased's life.
The minister offered a moving eulogy, honoring the long and distinguished career of the fallen hero.
The minister offered a moving eulogy, honoring the long and distinguished career of the fallen hero.
