alleluja

/ɑːləˈjuːjə/ (ah-leh-YOO-jah)

Definitions

1. noun

a joyful expression of praise or triumph, especially in a musical composition, often used in liturgical contexts.

“The choir sang an energetic alleluja during the Easter service.”

Synonyms

  • hallelujah
  • te Deum

Antonyms

  • dirge
  • lament