Meaning: a song of praise or triumph

Synonyms: song of praise, hymn, psalm, anthem, shout of praise, alleluia; praise, plaudit,exaltation, glorification, eulogy, tribute, testimonial, extolment, encomium, panegyric,accolade, acclamation, commendation, compliment, bouquet

Origin and Etymology of paean:  Latin, hymn of thanksgiving especially addressed to Apollo, from Greek paian, paiōn, from Paian, Paiōn, epithet of Apollo in the hymn

First Known Use: 1589