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Prayer

Noun / prer / / ˈpreɪɜ: / Another word for prayer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Prayer is an act or ritual that involves communicating with a deity or higher power, often in the form of a petition, praise, or thanksgiving.

Synonyms & similar words

supplicant petition supplication orison entreaty appeal worship devotion supplication appeal entreaty petition invocation adoration communion meditation contemplation reflection reverence thanks gratitude benediction blessing intercession imploration

Synonyms by register

Formal

supplication invocation petition entreaty

Informal

plea asking begging

Literary

orison beseeching intercession

Antonyms

apathy disregard indifference neglect impenitence blasphemy

Common collocations

  • say a prayer
  • offer a prayer
  • silent prayer
  • morning prayer
  • evening prayer
  • prayer group
  • prayer request
  • answer a prayer

Word family

noun prayer
verb pray
adjective prayerful

Usage note

While 'prayer' is commonly used for religious supplication, it can also refer to any earnest request or plea, regardless of religious context.

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Example sentences

  1. I kneel down to say my bedtime prayer.
  2. We gathered in a circle to offer up a prayer of thanks.
  3. The priest led the congregation in a prayer for peace.
  4. Whenever I feel anxious, I say a prayer to calm myself down.
  5. Some people believe that prayer can heal the sick.

Quotes

  • Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul. It is daily admission of one's weakness. It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • Prayer is not asking for what you think you want, but asking to be changed in ways you can't imagine. - Kathleen Norris
  • Prayer is not asking for what you want, but asking for what you need. - Unknown

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