Synonyms for
Preaching
Definition
the act of delivering a religious or moral speech or lesson
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- preaching to the choir
- preaching the gospel
- preaching a sermon
- preaching peace
- preaching tolerance
- preaching abstinence
- preaching to the unconverted
Word family
Usage note
The word 'preaching' can sometimes carry a negative connotation, implying someone is being overly moralistic or lecturing. It is often used in the idiom 'preaching to the choir,' meaning to advocate for something that a group already believes.
Example sentences
- The preacher's preaching was so long that some congregants fell asleep.
- The pastor's preaching was so powerful that many people were moved to tears.
- The preaching at the church was always uplifting and inspiring.
- My dad is always preaching about the importance of saving money.
- The teacher's preaching about recycling inspired the students to start a recycling program at school.
Quotes
Preaching is the art of talking in someone else's sleep. - George Iles
Preaching is the expression of moral sentiments applied to the duties of life. - William Ellery Channing
Preaching is effective to the extent that the preacher expects something to happen-not because of the sermon, not even because of the preacher's eloquence, learning, or sanctity, but because of God. - John Piper