Pray

Pronunciation: /ˈpreɪ/

Pray (verb)

  1. to speak to a god or spirit, often asking for help or guidance
  2. to hope very much for something to happen
  3. to make a serious request or plea, often in a formal setting

Examples

  • She prays every morning before breakfast.
  • They pray together at the end of the day.

Common collocations: pray daily, pray silently, pray for peace, pray fervently, pray for success

Synonyms of Pray

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Pray

  • in contexts of wishing harm or ill