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encomium vs praise

praise vs encomium

encomium and praise both are nouns.

encomium is not a verb while praise is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
encomium Yes No No No
praise Yes No Yes No
As nouns, praise is a hypernym of encomium; that is, praise is a word with a broader meaning than encomium:
  • encomium: a formal expression of praise
  • praise: an expression of approval and commendation
Other hypernyms of encomium include congratulations, extolment, kudos.
encomium (noun) praise (noun)
a formal expression of praise an expression of approval and commendation
offering words of homage as an act of worship
encomium (verb) praise (verb)
express approval of
Difference between encomium and praise

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