tribute

Definition

  • noun: something that you say, give, or do to show respect or affection for someone
  • noun: a payment by one ruler or nation to another in acknowledgment of submission or as the price of protection
  • + 'to'
  • synonyms: subsidy, contribution, compliment

Examples

  • a 'tribute album' [=a recording of a set of songs that another musician or musical group is known for performing]

  • It's a 'tribute to' her skills as a writer that she can make such a convincing case so efficiently.

  • an event at which artists and musicians 'paid tribute' to the famous composer

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) (SIGHS) You know this weakens you. This weakens you in every way. (BELL TOLLING) Count Odo, I am forever in your debt. The tribute should not all go to me, Your Highness, but to your warriors and soldiers who have surpassed themselves in courage, and proved themselves worthy successors (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: Portage Season: 4 Episode 8