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carol Antonyms
Opposite of carol
Because the opposite of carol shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A religious folk song or popular hymn of joy and praise, particularly one associated with Christmas.
Usage Example
"The choir gathered in the town square to sing traditional Christmas carols by candlelight."
Strongest
dirge
Strong
lament
elegy
requiem
• verb (Context 2)
To sing or say something happily, melodiously, and with great joy.
Usage Example
"The Meadowlark caroled from the top of the wooden fence post as the sun rose."
Strong
wail
keen
mourn
Similar words to carol
Words similar to carol shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
noel
warble
wassail
hymn
trill
roundelay
anthem
chant
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Carol. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/carol