Synonyms of homage

homage

noun

ˈä-mij 

1

as in tribute

a formal expression of praise

the poem is a moving homage to all who have served in our nation's armed services

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tribute
• commendation
• citation
• award
• accolade
• hymn
• paean
• eulogy
• encomium
• panegyric
• salutation
• eulogium
• dithyramb
• prize
• dedication
• applause
• honor
• acclaim
• decoration
• laudation
• acclamation
• approval
• recommendation
• compliment
• hallelujah
• cachet
• bravo
• plaudit(s)
• kudo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• condemnation
• indictment
• denunciation
• rebuke
• censure
• reprimand
• lecture
• correction
• reproof
• sermon
• admonition
• harangue

2

as in glory

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• glory
• applause
• accolade
• honor
• credit
• acclaim
• praise
• tribute
• fame
• kudos
• laud
• commendation
• ovation
• props
• sun
• distinction
• laurels
• réclame
• bay(s)
• renown
• celebrity
• eulogy
• compliment
• repute
• encomium
• panegyric
• toast
• recommendation
• plaudit
• rave
• acclamation
• rhapsody
• citation
• glorification
• enshrinement
• enthronement
• exaltation
• elevation
• note
• kudo

Synonym Chooser

How does the noun homage differ from other similar words?

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.

paying homage to Shakespeare

Where would deference be a reasonable alternative to homage?

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.

showed no deference to their elders

When can honor be used instead of homage?

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.

the nomination is an honor

When is it sensible to use reverence instead of homage?

In some situations, the words reverence and homage are roughly equivalent. However, reverence implies profound respect mingled with love, devotion, or awe.

great reverence for my father

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of homage

Mezcal undergirds Soto’s pozole verde cocktail, To Greener Days, an homage to her late father’s favorite dish from Guerrero. —Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 18 Feb. 2025

Jimmy Fallon, who served as master of ceremonies, kicked things off with a Blues Brothers homage. —Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 15 Feb. 2025

The film is a genre mix of family drama, thriller and homage to martial arts movies. —Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025

It’s intended in part as an homage to Durang, a playwright known for his satire, who died last April 2024. —Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 12 Feb. 2025

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