psalmodize

/ˈsældəmaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to sing or recite psalms, especially in a monotonous or mechanical manner

“The crowd began to psalmodize an old hymn, their voices blending in a haunting melody.”

2. verb

to recite or utter the words of a psalm or a similar religious text in a monotonous or mechanical manner

“The monk psalmodized the ancient prayer, his voice echoing through the cathedral.”

3. noun

a monotonous or mechanical recitation of psalms or a similar religious text

“The psalmodization of the ancient prayer sent shivers down the spines of the listeners.”

Synonyms

  • chant
  • recite
  • utter

Antonyms

  • melodize
  • sing