homage

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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

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Recent Examples of homage The Quick List Best SLS model rocket Estes NASA SLS View The Estes SLS is the perfect introduction to model rockets and a fantastic homage to NASA's new spacecraft. Ian Stokes, Space.com, 23 May 2025 On May 22nd, Middleton took part in a ship naming ceremony for the HMS Glasgow and paid subtle homage to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 23 May 2025 Haliburton will get the highlights with the game-tying, toe-touching fadeaway 2 that was inches from a 3, and his Reggie homage, but Nesmith got Indiana there. The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2025 The couch jump became such a lasting part of the cultural zeitgeist that Chet Hanks even made an homage to the moment on The Drew Barrymore Show in March 2025. Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for homage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homage
Noun
  • Lewis’ other brother, Elijah, paid tribute to his sister earlier this week in a heartrending Facebook post.
    Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 5 June 2025
  • In a GoFundMe page to support the Hyatt family, another family member paid tribute to the little boy.
    Sam Gillette, People.com, 5 June 2025
Noun
  • Eating meatloaf hot from the oven for dinner is merely its first step toward final glory, which is to be meatloaf sandwiches for lunch the next day.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
  • In its glory days, the hotel was a mainstay for out-of-towners visiting the Truman Sports Complex.
    David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2025
Noun
  • However, attendees showed no sign of boredom and punctuated her approximately 30-minute oration at City Hall with applause.
    Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
  • Several speeches eventually erupted into loud boisterous lectures, while nearly every speech was met with a roaring applause from half the room.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • Filmed at the legendary actor's Malibu home, the video features footage of Van Dyke's many accolades and awards, sweet clips of him and his extended family, and emotional moments of reflection.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2025
  • Sporting some of the world’s highest difficulty on floor and beam, 2025 could be the year for Roberson to capture individual accolades.
    Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
Noun
  • An autopsy was scheduled May 27, the same day Gov. Josh Shapiro ordered flags at state buildings flown at half-staff in Campbell’s honor.
    JD Mullane, USA Today, 29 May 2025
  • The department was then renamed in his honor in 2021, per The Richmond Times-Dispatch.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • To his credit, the director never comes up with easy answers, but rather makes the audience confront their prejudices.
    Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 28 May 2025
  • Lawmakers deserve credit for enacting it — and for holding the line through tough years.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
Noun
  • The two-time Grammy Award winner garnered critical acclaim with her performance as Glinda in 'Wicked,' earning herself an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
    Jeremy Hanna, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
  • Released to critical acclaim in February 2022, Elden Ring is an action RPG set in an authentic dark fantasy world, which allows players to head off on adventures within vast environments and dungeons.
    Justin Kroll, Deadline, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • Tsotsi was a huge hit with critics, with praise especially for Chweneyagae’s performance.
    Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2025
  • Preacher Lawson - Season 12 Preacher Lawson is a comedian whose energetic and relatable stand-up routines earned him high praise from the judges, with Mandel likening him to comedy legends like Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 27 May 2025

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“Homage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homage. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

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