noun
- plural of encomium; formal expressions of praise or tribute
Usage: formal; literary
Examples
- The retiring professor received encomia from colleagues worldwide.
- Ancient Greek poets composed encomia to honor victorious athletes.
- The memorial service featured heartfelt encomia from family and friends.
- Literary critics wrote glowing encomia about the novelist’s final work.
- The ceremony included encomia celebrating the humanitarian’s achievements.
- Scholars delivered elaborate encomia praising the philosopher’s contributions.