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SERMON Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word sermon. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word sermon. (close relations)
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preaching
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

• a moralistic rebuke

discourse
verb, nounv, n
noun

• extended verbal expression in speech or writing

• an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

• an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

verb

• to consider or examine in speech or writing

• carry on a conversation

• talk at length and formally about a topic

address
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored

• the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with

• the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

• the manner of speaking to another individual

• a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described

• written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location

• the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball

• the ability to do or say what is appropriate for the occasion

verb

• speak to

• give a speech to

• put an address on (an envelope)

• direct a question at someone

• address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question

• greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name

• access or locate by address

• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

• speak to someone

• adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting

exhortation
nounn
noun

• a communication intended to urge or persuade the recipients to take some action

• the act of exhorting; an earnest attempt at persuasion

homily
nounn
noun

• a sermon on a moral or religious topic

lecture
nounn
noun

• a speech that is open to the public

• a lengthy rebuke

• teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class)

verb

• deliver a lecture or talk

• censure severely or angrily

oration
nounn
noun

• an instance of oratory

speech
nounn
noun

• the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

• (language) communication by word of mouth

• something spoken

• the exchange of spoken words

• your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally

• a lengthy rebuke

• words making up the dialogue of a play

• the mental faculty or power of vocal communication

talk
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an exchange of ideas via conversation

• discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of')

• the act of giving a talk to an audience

• a speech that is open to the public

• idle gossip or rumor

verb

• exchange thoughts; talk with

• express in speech

• use language

• reveal information

• divulge confidential information or secrets

• deliver a lecture or talk

Best Hypernyms For SERMON

Here is a list of related hypernyms for sermon, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
speech address lecture discourse dissertation exhortation homily lesson oration talk
Phrases (1)
talking to

Alternatives for PREACHING

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