Meaning of the word encomium in English

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encomium

US /enˈkoʊ.mi.əm/
UK /ɪnˈkəʊ.mi.əm/

Noun

a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly

Example:
The president delivered a heartfelt encomium to the retiring general.
Her latest novel received an encomium from critics.