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Sabbath

Verb / ˈsæbʌθ / Another word for sabbath — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sabbath is a day of religious observance and abstinence from work, kept by Jews from Friday evening to Saturday evening, and by most Christians on Sunday.

Synonyms & similar words

sabbath

Synonyms by register

Formal

observance rest day day of rest

Informal

day off break chill day

Literary

hallowed day sacred day day of peace

Antonyms

workday weekday business day profane day secular day labor day

Common collocations

  • Sabbath day
  • Sabbath observance
  • keep the Sabbath
  • Sabbath rest
  • Sabbath school
  • Sabbath eve
  • Sabbath services

Word family

noun Sabbath
adjective Sabbatical

Usage note

Primarily refers to the day of rest and worship in Judaism and Christianity. Can also refer to any period of rest or spiritual renewal.

Example sentences

  1. We celebrate the Sabbath every Sunday.
  2. My family and I attend church every Sabbath.
  3. I spend the Sabbath resting and reflecting on my week.
  4. During the Sabbath, we are not supposed to work.
  5. The Sabbath is a day of spiritual renewal for many people.

Quotes

  • Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. - Exodus 20:8
  • And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made. - Genesis 2:2
  • The Sabbath is a day for the sake of life. - Abraham Joshua Heschel

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