Synonyms for
Hymn
Definition
A religious song or poem typically sung in church.
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Common collocations
- sing a hymn
- hymn book
- ancient hymn
- hymn of praise
- Christmas hymn
- funeral hymn
- hymn tune
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Usage note
A hymn is typically a religious song of praise. While it can be used more broadly for any song of praise, its primary association is with worship.
Example sentences
- The congregation sang a hymn together.
- The choir practiced singing hymns for the Christmas concert.
- The pastor read the words of a hymn before the church sang it.
- The hymn reminded the people of their faith and beliefs.
- The hymn brought tears to the eyes of many in the congregation.
Quotes
Let us be grateful to the mirror for revealing to us our appearance only.
The true measure of loving God is to love him without measure.
There is no better way to thank God for your sight than by giving a helping hand to someone in the dark.