hymnody

/ˈhɪm.nə.dɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

the art or practice of singing hymns; also, the collection of hymns or hymn singing in a church

“The church’s hymnody was a vital part of their weekly services.”

2. noun

a system or manner of composing or writing hymns

“The new hymnody of the church was a departure from traditional styles.”

3. noun

the art or science of hymnology

“The scholar of hymnody studied the evolution of hymn writing over time.”

Synonyms

  • hymnology
  • psalmody

Antonyms

  • secularity
  • worldliness