tribute

Meanings

• noun

  An act, speech, or gift to show respect, honor, or appreciation.

  - "The students paid tribute to their fallen classmate."
  - "The museum displayed a tribute to the famous painter."

• noun

  A memorial or monument erected in honor of a person or event.

  - "The city built a tribute to commemorate its founding."
  - "The veterans' organization placed a wreath as a tribute at the war memorial."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtɹɪbjuːt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

heriot

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tribute
utility , piety , city , unity

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Variants

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tribute , tributes , tribute album , floral tribute , pay homage to , pay tribute to , pay tribute/homage to

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'tributum', meaning 'a tax paid to a superior'. The word has evolved to mean a contribution, especially one made out of respect.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'tribute' is also used in astronomy to refer to a moon or satellite that orbits a planet.

2. In ancient Rome, citizens were required to pay a tribute to the emperor.

3. The term 'tribute act' is used in music to describe a band that performs the music of another band.

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Related Concepts

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1. homage: A formal expression of respect, often involving a gesture or symbolic act. Homage is a more formal and often more elaborate form of tribute.

2. eulogy: A speech or written tribute delivered in praise of a person, often at a funeral or memorial service.

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Culture

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In literature, 'tribute' is often used metaphorically to refer to an expression of admiration or respect. In art, tributes can take the form of portraits or monuments dedicated to notable figures. In music, a tribute song is a composition written in honor of a person or event.

How to Memorize "tribute"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a group of people paying respects to a fallen hero. Imagine the solemn expressions and the quiet, reverent atmosphere.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tribute' with the idea of paying respects or showing honor. Think of it as a way of acknowledging the importance or value of something or someone.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'To show respect, we pay tribute' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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