panegyric

Meanings

• noun

  An elaborate and extravagant speech or piece of writing in praise of someone or something.

  - "The emperor was the subject of a grand panegyric delivered by the court poet."
  - "The panegyric at the funeral praised the deceased's virtues and accomplishments."

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Synonyms

eulogy

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Rhymes

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hymnography , symphony , epitaph

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Variants

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panegyric , panegyrical , panegyrically , panegyrics

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Etymology

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From Greek paneguris, a public feast or celebration, from panaguros, all-rewarding.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'panegyric' comes from the Greek word paneguris, which means 'all rewards'.

2. The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle wrote a treatise on panegyrics.

3. The term 'panegyric' is sometimes used interchangeably with the term 'encomium'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Eulogy: A panegyric is a type of eulogy, which is a speech or piece of writing in praise of someone who has died.

2. Oration: A panegyric is a formal oration, which is a speech delivered on a formal occasion.

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Culture

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In ancient Greece and Rome, panegyrics were delivered at public events to honor important figures or to celebrate various occasions. They were often delivered in verse form and were considered an essential part of the literary tradition. In modern times, panegyrics have continued to be used in various forms, including political speeches and eulogies.

How to Memorize "panegyric"

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   - Imagine a grand ceremony where a speaker delivers a speech praising someone or something. Visualize the audience listening intently and the speaker's confident delivery.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of praise or celebration. Think of a time when you praised someone or something and use that feeling to remember the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Greek origin of the word and associating it with the idea of a public feast or celebration.

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