litany

/ˈlɪtəni/

Definitions

1. noun

a formal prayer or series of prayers, especially one repeated at regular intervals, typically in a church

“The congregation recited a litany of prayers in unison.”

2. noun

a repetitive sequence of words or phrases, often with a rhythmic effect

“The poet created a litany of words that evoked the beauty of nature.”

3. verb

to repeat a series of words or phrases, often in a rhythmic way

“She litanyed the names of her friends in her song.”

Synonyms

  • prayer
  • recitation
  • rhapsody

Antonyms

  • silence
  • stillness