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    Éloges (en. Praises)

    /e.lɔʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Speeches or writings that pay tribute to someone.
    The praises spoken at the ceremony were moving.
    Les éloges prononcés lors de la cérémonie étaient émouvants.
    Exaggerated praise.
    His praises for his boss seemed insincere.
    Ses éloges à son patron semblaient peu sincères.
    Public acknowledgment of an achievement.
    He received praises for his hard work on the project.
    Il a reçu des éloges pour son travail acharné sur le projet.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'elogium' which means 'inscription' or 'inscription of praise.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give praises
    To express praise verbally.
    faire des éloges
    to deserve praises
    To designate someone who should receive praise.
    mériter des éloges
    to receive praises
    To be the object of positive appreciation.
    recevoir des éloges

    Related Words

    tribute
    The act of honoring someone.
    hommage
    commendation
    Expression of satisfaction or admiration.
    louange
    compliment
    A flattering remark about a quality.
    compliment

    Slang Meanings

    To speak well of someone in an exaggerated manner.
    In the theater world, everyone praises each other to get noticed.
    Dans le milieu du théâtre, chacun se fait des éloges pour être remarqué.
    To flatter in order to obtain something.
    It seems he only gives praises to get a promotion.
    On dirait qu'il ne fait que des éloges pour avoir une promotion.