tribute

/'tribju:t/

Thân thiện

The museum displayed a tribute to the famous artist.

Definition

Noun: 1. A payment made by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence or to secure peace or protection. 2. An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration. 3. A payment extorted by threat, as by gangsters for "protection."

Usage and Examples

• As a sign of respect or admiration:
  • The concert was a tribute to the legendary composer.
  • She paid tribute to her mentor in her acceptance speech.
• As a historical or political payment:
  • The conquered kingdom was forced to send an annual tribute of gold and spices.
• As an extortion payment:
  • The shopkeepers paid tribute to the local gang to avoid vandalism.

Advanced Usage and Nuances

• "To pay tribute to": This is the most common verb collocation, meaning to honor or show respect for someone or something.
  • The documentary pays tribute to the heroes of the civil rights movement.
• "A tribute to": Often used to indicate that something is evidence of the quality or success of someone/something.
  • His recovery is a tribute to the skill of the medical team.
• "Floral tribute": A formal phrase for flowers sent or displayed in honor of someone, often at a funeral.

Variants and Related Words

• Tributary (noun): A stream or river that flows into a larger river or lake.
• Tributary (adjective): 1. (Of a state or ruler) paying tribute. 2. (Of a river) flowing into a larger one.
• Attribute (verb): To regard something as being caused by or belonging to someone/something. (Note: This is a different word, but it shares the Latin root , meaning "to assign.")

Synonyms

• Homage: Special honor or respect shown publicly.
• Accolade: An award or privilege granted as a special honor.
• Honor: High respect; great esteem.
• Praise: The expression of approval or admiration.

Idioms and Phrases

• A tribute band: A musical group that specifically plays the music of, and often dresses like, a famous band as a form of homage.
  • We went to see a Beatles tribute band last night.

Học thuật

Noun

1. payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
   • every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection
2. payment by one nation for protection by another
3. something given or done as an expression of esteem

Từ đồng nghĩa

• protection
• testimonial