Synonyms for
Preacher
Definition
A person who delivers sermons or religious speeches.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- ordained preacher
- passionate preacher
- local preacher
- street preacher
- firebrand preacher
- guest preacher
- former preacher
Word family
Usage note
While 'preacher' can refer to any person who preaches, it most commonly refers to a Protestant minister. It can sometimes carry a slightly informal or even negative connotation when used to describe someone who is overly moralistic.
Example sentences
- The preacher spoke about love and kindness.
- The preacher inspired the congregation with his words.
- The preacher wore a white robe and a black collar.
- The preacher led the prayer before the service.
- The preacher's sermon lasted for an hour.
Quotes
Preach the gospel at all times. Use words if necessary. - St. Francis of Assisi
The world needs more love, less judgment. More grace, less hate. More unity, less division. More respect, less prejudice. More kindness, less anger. More compassion, less condemnation. More acceptance, less rejection. More forgiveness, less blame. More humility, less arrogance. More prayer, less cursing. More faith, less fear. More Jesus, less of everything else. - Unknown
Preaching is not the performance of an hour. It is the outflow of a life. - John A. Broadus