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Prayers

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

Definition

Prayers are words spoken or thought to God or a higher power to ask for help, give thanks, or express love and devotion.

Synonyms & similar words

supplicant petition supplication orison entreaty appeal prayer supplication invocation devotion worship appeal petition entreaty request plea intercession communion litany orison benediction thanksgiving grace meditation contemplation reflection chant

Synonyms by register

Formal

supplications petitions intercessions orisons

Informal

hopes wishes pleas

Literary

invocations beseechings entreaties

Antonyms

disbelief neglect apathy indifference disregard skepticism

Common collocations

  • offer prayers
  • say prayers
  • morning prayers
  • evening prayers
  • silent prayers
  • earnest prayers
  • public prayers

Word family

noun prayer
verb pray
adjective prayerful

Usage note

While 'prayers' is the plural of 'prayer', it is often used as a singular collective noun referring to the act of praying or a set of religious utterances. It is primarily associated with religious or spiritual contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. I say my prayers every night before I go to sleep.
  2. She went to church to offer prayers for her sick grandmother.
  3. The whole congregation joined in prayer for world peace.
  4. He felt a sense of comfort after saying his prayers.
  5. We need to offer our prayers for those affected by the hurricane.

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."

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