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anthem Antonyms
Opposite of anthem
Pinning down the opposite of anthem requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A rousing or uplifting song identified with a particular group, body, or cause, especially one officially adopted as the symbol of a nation or institution.
Usage Example
"The entire stadium stood in respectful silence as the national dirge was played before the championship match."
Strong
dirge
Weak
lament
Similar words to anthem
Words similar to anthem shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
hymn
psalm
chorale
paean
canticle
motet
theme song
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Anthem. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/anthem