Synonyms for

Homage

Verb / ˈɑ:mʌdʒ / / ˈhɑ:mʌdʒ / Another word for homage — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

special honor or respect shown publicly

Synonyms & similar words

court tribute respect reverence honor adoration worship obeisance deference homage acknowledgment applause commendation eulogy laudation accolade panegyric salute testimonial encomium praise

Synonyms by register

Formal

tribute acknowledgment recognition veneration

Informal

shout-out nod props

Literary

salute ovation homage

Antonyms

disrespect contempt insult derision mockery scorn

Common collocations

  • pay homage to
  • in homage to
  • a homage to
  • homage to the
  • a fitting homage
  • offer homage
  • show homage

Word family

noun homage

Usage note

Homage is typically used to express respect or admiration for someone or something. It is often used in a formal or literary context, but can also appear in more casual settings.

Example sentences

  1. The soldier paid homage to his fallen comrades.
  2. The new movie is an homage to classic Hollywood films.
  3. The fans showed their homage to the famous singer by singing along with all of her songs.
  4. The students created a beautiful art piece as a homage to their school's history.
  5. He wrote a poem as a homage to his grandfather who had passed away.

Quotes

  • 'Homage is paid to morality like a vampire honoring garlic.' - Karl Kraus
  • 'Homage to Catalonia is Orwell's account of his experiences fighting in the Spanish Civil War.' - George Orwell
  • 'I'm just paying a little homage to the downtrodden.' - Elvis Presley

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