CEFR B1

homage

noun

Meaning

Publicly expressed honor or respect for someone or something.

Examples

The film is a loving homage to classic Hollywood musicals.
He wrote a poem in homage to his favorite author.

Synonyms: acknowledgment, tribute, honor, reverence

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homage (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɒmɪdʒ/

Definition

Publicly expressed honor or respect for someone or something.

Examples

The film is a loving homage to classic Hollywood musicals.
He wrote a poem in homage to his favorite author.
The exhibition was a tribute to the artist's life and work, a true homage to his genius.

How to Use homage

pay homage to (collocation): To show respect or honor to someone or something. — "The students organized a special assembly to pay homage to their retiring teacher."
in homage to (prepositional phrase): As a sign of respect or honor for someone or something. — "The director's film was made in homage to the great directors of the past."

Synonyms of homage

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Antonyms of homage

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