tributes
|trib-yutes|
/ˈtrɪbjuːts/
(tribute)
acknowledgment of respect
Etymology
'tribute' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tributum', where 'tribuere' meant 'to allot' or 'to give'.
'tribute' changed from Latin 'tributum' into Old French 'tribute' and entered Middle English as 'tribute', eventually becoming the modern English word 'tribute'.
Initially, it meant 'a thing allotted or a tax/payment assigned', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a payment, gift, or statement expressing respect or admiration'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'tribute': payments, gifts, statements, or acts given to show respect, admiration, or thanks; originally could mean a tax or payment made by one state to another.
The town received many tributes for its efforts during the disaster.
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Verb 1
third person singular present tense of 'tribute' — to pay tribute to; to honor, praise, or show respect to someone or something.
She tributes her achievements to years of disciplined training.
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Last updated: 2025/11/18 16:23