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encomiums

The word “encomiums” has 4 syllables: en-co-mi-ums

It's pronounced as /ɛnˈkoʊ.mi.əmz/

What is synonym and antonym for encomiums?

In the thesaurus, “encomiums” has 31 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for encomiums along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for encomiums

Antonyms for encomiums

Meanings of encomiums

  • noun
    1. Warm praise, especially a formal expression of such praise; a tribute.
    2. A general category of oratory.
    3. A method within rhetorical pedagogy.
    4. The eighth exercise in the progymnasmata series.
    5. A genre of literature that included five elements: prologue, birth and upbringing, acts of the person's life, comparisons used to praise the subject, and an epilogue.

Example Sentences

  • The artist received glowing encomiums from the critics.
  • Professors offered warm encomiums at the scholar’s retirement banquet.
  • The victorious team was showered with public encomiums.
  • His bravery on the battlefield earned him many encomiums.
  • Writers of the era composed elaborate encomiums for their patrons.

On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to encomiums, such as: acclaim, acclamations, accolades, admonitions, applauses, approvals, awards.

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