psalm

/psɑːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A song or hymn of praise, especially one expressing gratitude or devotion, typically expressing praise to God or expressing thanksgiving.

“The choir sang a psalm of thanksgiving during the church service.”

2. noun

A poem or song expressing sorrow or lamentation.

“The psalm of sorrow that she wrote after losing her loved one was a beautiful tribute to their memory.”

3. verb

To express or sing a psalm, especially in a religious context.

“The congregation will psalm a hymn of praise on Sunday morning.”

4. verb

To express praise or thanksgiving, especially in a poetic or musical way.

“The poet decided to psalm the beauty of nature in her latest collection of poetry.”

Synonyms

  • anthem
  • hymn
  • ode
  • song

Antonyms

  • blasphemy
  • curse