Meaning of the word panegyric in English

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panegyric

US /ˌpæn.əˈdʒɪr.ɪk/

UK /ˌpæn.əˈdʒɪr.ɪk/

a public speech or published text in praise of someone or something

Example:

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The professor delivered a heartfelt panegyric for his mentor.

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Her latest book is a panegyric to the beauty of nature.

Synonym:

eulogy tribute encomium paean accolade

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