Synonyms for
Prayer
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
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- say a prayer
- offer a prayer
- silent prayer
- morning prayer
- evening prayer
- prayer group
- prayer request
- answer a prayer
Word family
Usage note
While 'prayer' is commonly used for religious supplication, it can also refer to any earnest request or plea, regardless of religious context.
Example sentences
- I kneel down to say my bedtime prayer.
- We gathered in a circle to offer up a prayer of thanks.
- The priest led the congregation in a prayer for peace.
- Whenever I feel anxious, I say a prayer to calm myself down.
- 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