psalterial

/ˌsæltəˈriəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to a psalter, especially a musical composition based on the Psalms

“The psalterial melodies in the church service added a sense of serenity to the atmosphere.”

2. noun

a musical composition based on the Psalms

“The psalterial was sung by the choir during the Easter service.”

Synonyms

  • canticle
  • psalmic

Antonyms

  • profane
  • secular