homage
noun
ˈhä- 
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The root of homage is homo-, the Latin root meaning "man." In medieval times, a king's male subject could officially become the king's man (or vassal) by publicly announcing allegiance to the monarch in a formal ceremony. In that ritual, known as homage, the subject knelt and placed his hands between those of his lord, symbolically surrendering himself and putting himself at the lord's disposal and under his jurisdiction. A bond was thus forged between the two; the vassal's part was to revere and serve his lord, and the lord's role was to protect the vassal and his family.
Synonyms
- accolade
- citation
- commendation
- dithyramb
- encomium
- eulogium
- eulogy
- hymn
- paean
- panegyric
- salutation
- tribute
Example Sentences
Devan Coggan, EW.com, 13 Sep. 2022 Saturday’s event was an homage to the past, at a time, when like all theaters, Music Theater Works is still redefining their post-pandemic identity. Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Since then, the couple have also welcomed a second child, their daughter Lilibet Diana, whose name is an homage to both the Queen and Harry's late mother, Princess Diana. Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 9 Sep. 2022 While a few people on the internet have compared the look to a sleeping bag or Lizzie McGuire's igloo dress from the Disney Channel Original Movie, Fineman's fit is probably an homage to the Moonman, the award ceremony's trophy mascot. Ana Escalante, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2022 The title is an homage to one of Orbit’s preferred pastimes, and finds him in a mellow, inventive mood, with the album traversing the realms of trip-hop and experimental electronica. Katie Bain, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2022 The married couple maintains close relationships with their extended family, and the baby's name is actually an homage to Chopra's mother, Madhu Malti Chopra and Jonas' mother Denise Marie Jonas, combining their middle names. Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 21 Aug. 2022 Limited to 599 examples priced at $2.2 million each, the Daytona SP3 is an homage to the Italian automaker’s sports prototypes of the 1960s, most notably the Ferrari 330 P3/P4, 350 Can-Am and 512 S. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2022 From Bachelor viewing parties to meet and greets with franchise favorites, the cafe is an homage to the show the pair met on. People Staff, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Middle English, from Anglo-French homage, omage, from home man, vassal, from Latin homin-, homo human being; akin to Old English guma human being, Latin humus earth — more at humble
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Phrases Containing homage
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Synonyms & Similar Words
- tribute
- commendation
- citation
- award
- paean
- accolade
- hymn
- eulogy
- encomium
- panegyric
- salutation
- eulogium
- prize
- dithyramb
- honor
- dedication
- applause
- acclaim
- decoration
- laudation
- acclamation
- approval
- compliment
- recommendation
- bravo
- hallelujah
- kudo
- cachet
- plaudit(s)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- condemnation
- denunciation
- indictment
- rebuke
- censure
- reprimand
- lecture
- reproof
- admonition
- sermon
- correction
- harangue
Synonyms & Similar Words
- glory
- applause
- accolade
- honor
- credit
- acclaim
- praise
- tribute
- kudos
- fame
- laud
- commendation
- props
- ovation
- sun
- distinction
- réclame
- laurels
- bay(s)
- eulogy
- renown
- compliment
- celebrity
- encomium
- panegyric
- repute
- toast
- rave
- recommendation
- plaudit
- rhapsody
- acclamation
- glorification
- citation
- enshrinement
- enthronement
- exaltation
- kudo
- elevation
- note
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of homage are deference, honor, and reverence. While all these words mean "respect and esteem shown to another," homage adds the implication of accompanying praise.
The words deference and homage can be used in similar contexts, but deference implies a yielding or submitting to another's judgment or preference out of respect or reverence.
The words honor and homage are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, honor may apply to the recognition of one's right to great respect or to any expression of such recognition.
In some situations, the words reverence and homage are roughly equivalent. However, reverence implies profound respect mingled with love, devotion, or awe.