Synonyms for
Tribute
Definition
an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- pay tribute
- a tribute to
- tribute band
- tribute album
- tribute show
- tribute to the fallen
- tribute to his father
Word family
Usage note
While 'tribute' can sometimes be used informally, it is most commonly used in formal contexts to express respect or admiration. Be mindful of its use in phrases like 'tribute band' which refers to a musical group that imitates the style of another.
Example sentences
- The company paid tribute to their longtime employee with a retirement party.
- The monument was built as a tribute to the fallen soldiers.
- The singer's tribute to the late musician brought tears to the audience's eyes.
- The athlete's performance was a tribute to his hard work and dedication.
- The museum exhibit was a tribute to the artist's life and work.
Quotes
'The highest tribute to the dead is not grief but gratitude.' - Thornton Wilder
'A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.' - Joseph Campbell
'Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.' - Adlai Stevenson