Also means
compliment
Usage Note
Elogio is a formal or heartfelt expression of admiration, slightly more elevated than cumplido ('compliment'). The related verb is elogiar. In formal contexts, hacer elogios de alguien means to speak highly of someone; the phrase digno de elogio means 'praiseworthy.'
Examples
"El director recibió muchos elogios por su trabajo."
Natural Translation
The director received much praise for his work.

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