Synonyms for

Psalm

Verb / sɑ:lm / / sɑ:m / Another word for psalm — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sacred song or poem used in worship, especially one from the Book of Psalms in the Bible

Synonyms & similar words

psalm hymn chant anthem ode canticle prayer choral melody tune aria ballad carol chorus lay lyric verse

Synonyms by register

Formal

hymn chant canticle

Literary

lay ode

Common collocations

  • psalm of David
  • psalmody
  • psalm book
  • sing a psalm
  • recite a psalm
  • psalm tune
  • psalm setting

Word family

noun psalm
verb psalmize

Usage note

A psalm is specifically a sacred song or hymn, often from the Book of Psalms in the Bible. It is not typically used for secular songs.

Example sentences

  1. The priest read a psalm from the Bible.
  2. We sang a psalm during our church service.
  3. The choir practiced singing the psalm all week.
  4. The psalm brought comfort to those who were grieving.
  5. The congregation stood and sang the psalm together.

Quotes

  • Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord. - Psalm 150:6
  • The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. - Psalm 23:1
  • Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. - Psalm 51:10

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