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    Panegírico (en. Panegyric)

    /paneˈxiriko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A speech that praises the virtues or achievements of a person.
    The panegyric delivered in his honor was moving.
    El panegírico que se pronunció en su honor fue conmovedor.
    A written work that highlights exceptional qualities of an individual.
    The author wrote a panegyric in memory of the deceased poet.
    El autor escribió un panegírico a la memoria del poeta fallecido.
    An excessive praise that may seem insincere.
    His speech turned into a panegyric that many considered exaggerated.
    Su discurso se convirtió en un panegírico que muchos consideraron exagerado.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'panegyrikos', which means 'of a general assembly' or 'of praise'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    public panegyric
    a speech of praise directed to a broad audience.
    panegírico público
    to write a panegyric
    to draft a text that praises someone.
    escribir un panegírico
    to deliver a panegyric
    to give a speech of praise in tribute to someone.
    pronunciar un panegírico

    Related Words

    praise
    Expression of praise or admiration.
    elogio
    tribute
    Recognition and praise for someone, usually for their achievements.
    homenaje
    apologia
    Defense or exaltation of someone or something, often in a passionate manner.
    apología

    Slang Meanings

    Exaggeration in praise.
    That comment was a panegyric that even he didn't believe himself.
    Ese comentario fue un panegírico que no se lo creía ni él mismo.
    A speech of praise that seems insincere.
    What his friend said was a true panegyric, but we all know what he really thinks.
    Lo que dijo su amigo fue un verdadero panegírico, pero todos sabemos lo que realmente piensa.