What is another word for hymn?

Pronunciation: [hˈɪm] (IPA)

Hymns are timeless expressions of praise and worship, typically sung in religious services. Synonyms for "hymn" abound, ranging from lofty and elevated words to more everyday terms. One of the most common synonyms for "hymn" is "psalm," particularly in Jewish worship. Other options include "anthem," which suggests a grander and more formal piece of music, and "canticle," which refers to a song or chant from religious texts. More informal synonyms for "hymn" might include "song" or "praise." Regardless of the word chosen, these pieces of music offer a chance to express one's faith and connect with others who share the same religious beliefs.

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  • Equivalence

    • Proper noun, singular
      anthem.
    • Noun, singular or mass
      anthem.
  • Other Related

    • Noun, singular or mass
      song.

What are the hypernyms for Hymn?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Hymn?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the opposite words for hymn?

The word hymn refers to a religious song or ode of praise. Antonyms for hymn include lament, dirge, elegy, and requiem. These words describe songs or poems of mourning or sorrow, and often are associated with funerals or memorials. A lament expresses grief or sorrow, while a dirge is a mournful song expressing lament or mourning. An elegy is a poem or song expressing sorrow or grief for a particular person or event. A requiem is a mass or musical setting for the repose of the soul of the dead. In contrast to hymns, these antonyms evoke a sense of sadness, loss, and grief.

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Usage examples for Hymn

The Israelites would not have sung a hymn of such fervent gratitude when the sea was crossed, if they had not known the weight of slavery and the anguish of suspense.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick
So then Stas and Nell heard him, while lighting the fire for supper, sing a new hymn of joy, composed of the following words: The great master kills men and lions.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz
Tug looked toward the setting sun and the church, and the solemn tones of the organ came to them; Annie Dorris was playing the hymn the words of which seemed to be Mercy!
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe

Famous quotes with Hymn

  • I know at my church a lot of the times we sung from hymn books and as we got older we started to change with time. I can honestly say that I was never influenced to write for the church.
    Charles King
  • Every formula which expresses a law of nature is a hymn of praise to God.
    Maria Mitchell
  • A religious life is a struggle and not a hymn.
    Madame de Stael
  • Far or forgot to me is nearShadow and sunlight are the sameThe vanished gods to me appearAnd one to me are shame and fame.They reckon ill who leave me outWhen me they fly, I am the wingsI am the doubter and the doubt,And I the hymn the Brahmin sings.
    Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Most of us have been taught about the need to appropriate by faith what is already ours through grace. We all desire to have more joy in our Christian life. The keys to experiencing joy are available to all of us. We need to understand the gospel of the grace of God as revealed to the Apostle Paul. Then as we put Paul's instructions into practice, we will come to know God experientially. This will cause us to know Him better which will cause us to want to obey more, and on and on it goes. Then as we learn and obey God and become focused on spiritual things instead of earthly things, we will become thankful for everything that God has provided for us in Christ. Knowledge, obedience, and thankfulness will then lead to abundant joy in our everyday life In the words of the old hymn Trust and obey, For there's no other way, To be happy in Jesus, But to trust and obey.
    David Havard

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