Definitions
- Describing a speech or writing that praises someone who has recently died. - Referring to a formal expression of praise or admiration for someone or something. - Talking about a tribute or commendation given to someone for their achievements or qualities.
- Referring to a formal expression of high praise or admiration for someone or something. - Describing a speech or writing that praises someone or something in a very positive way. - Talking about a tribute or commendation given to someone for their achievements or qualities.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are verbs that express praise or admiration.
- 2Both words can be used in formal contexts.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a speech or writing that praises someone or something.
- 4Both words can be used to talk about a tribute or commendation given to someone for their achievements or qualities.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Eulogize is more commonly used in the context of a funeral or memorial service, while extol can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 2Focus: Eulogize emphasizes the memory of someone who has passed away, while extol can refer to living people or things.
- 3Intensity: Extol implies a higher degree of praise or admiration than eulogize.
- 4Formality: Extol is slightly more formal than eulogize.
Remember this!
Eulogize and extol are synonyms that both express praise or admiration for someone or something. However, eulogize is more commonly used in the context of a funeral or memorial service, while extol can be used in a wider range of contexts. Additionally, extol implies a higher degree of praise or admiration than eulogize, and is slightly more formal.
