Prayer

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛr/

Prayer (noun)

  1. words spoken to God or a god to ask for help or express thanks.
  2. a religious ceremony where people say words to a deity.
  3. a strong hope or wish for something to happen.

Examples

  • She whispered a prayer before bedtime.
  • He offered a prayer for peace.

Common collocations: say a prayer, silent prayer, offer a prayer, attend a prayer, prayer service

Synonyms of Prayer

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Prayer

  • expressing a wish for harm