Plural of encomium; high-praised words, formal speeches of praise, or expressions of strong approval and celebration.
From Latin 'encomia,' plural of 'encomium,' from Greek 'enkomion' (a song of praise at a festival, from 'en-' meaning in, + 'komos' meaning festival or revel).
Ancient Greek athletes received 'encomia'—formal poems celebrating their victories—and the tradition continues today with award speeches, making it one of humanity's oldest ways of honoring achievement!
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