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- DictionaryTrib·ute/ˈtribyo͞ot/
noun
- 1. an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration: "the video is a tribute to the musicals of the 40s"
- 2. payment made periodically by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence: historical "the king had at his disposal plunder and tribute amassed through warfare"
The meaning of TRIBUTE is something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved; especially : a gift or service showing respect, gratitude, or affection. How to use tribute in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Tribute.
tribute noun (BENEFICIAL EFFECT) be a tribute to something/someone. to show clearly how good, strong, or effective something or someone is: I've never met a five-year-old as well behaved as your son - he's a tribute to you! See more.
TRIBUTE meaning: 1. something that you say, write, or give that shows your respect and admiration for someone…. Learn more.
noun. a gift, testimonial, compliment, or the like, given as due or in acknowledgment of gratitude or esteem. Synonyms: eulogy, commendation, recognition. a stated sum or other valuable consideration paid by one sovereign or state to another in acknowledgment of subjugation or as the price of peace, security, protection, or the like.
A tribute is a sign of respect or admiration, an award to honor a person's accomplishments. A famous director receives a lifetime achievement award as a tribute to his many successful films. We're most familiar with the use of the word tribute meaning to honor someone with words or an award.
[uncountable, countable] tribute (to somebody) an act, a statement or a gift that is intended to show your love or respect, especially for a dead person. At her funeral her oldest friend paid tribute to her life and work. The crowd stood in silent tribute to those who had died in the war.
something that you do or say to show that you respect and admire someone, especially in a formal situation: The concert was organized as a tribute to the singer who died last year. The President paid tribute to (= expressed his admiration for) the brave soldiers who had defended the country. be a tribute to sb/sth.
