Synonyms for

Jeremiah

Verb / ˌdʒerʌˈmaɪʌ / Another word for jeremiah — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Jeremiah is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'Yahweh will exalt'.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

complainer lamenter mourner woe-monger

Informal

grouch whiner moaner pessimist doom-sayer

Literary

Cassandra prophet of woe harbinger of doom

Antonyms

optimist cheerleader booster encourager supporter prophet of doom

Common collocations

  • a jeremiah
  • old jeremiah
  • sounded like a jeremiah
  • no room for jeremiahs
  • stop being a jeremiah
  • the voice of jeremiah

Word family

noun jeremiah

Usage note

Used to describe someone who habitually complains or predicts disaster. It carries a negative connotation, implying excessive pessimism or gloom.

Example sentences

  1. Jeremiah was a prophet in the Bible.
  2. My friend's name is Jeremiah.
  3. Jeremiah's favorite color is blue.
  4. Jeremiah likes to play basketball.
  5. Jeremiah and his brother went to the park.

Quotes

  • 'Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.' -Jeremiah 1:5
  • 'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.' -Jeremiah 29:11
  • 'The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?' -Jeremiah 17:9

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