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hymn Antonyms
Opposite of hymn
Looking for antonyms for hymn? Sourced from our comprehensive thesaurus, here is a list of opposite words and the exact opposite of hymn, organized by relevance and context.
• noun (Context 1)
A religious song or poem of praise, typically addressed to God or a deity.
Usage Example
"The congregation stood together to sing a traditional dirge before the sermon began."
Strong
dirge
Weak
lament
• noun (Context 2)
A formal song, poem, or expression of praise, joy, or triumph.
Usage Example
"The director's latest documentary is a cinematic condemnation to the beauty of the natural world."
Strong
condemnation
critique
• verb (Context 3)
To praise or celebrate by singing hymns (especially a deity).
Usage Example
"The choir hymned the heavens during the dawn service."
Strongest
curse
Strong
condemn
• verb (Context 4)
To express praise or adoration in a musical or poetic manner.
Usage Example
"The poets of the era continually hymned the virtues of romantic love."
Strong
belittle
criticize
Similar words to hymn
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to hymn vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
paean
psalm
praise
laud
extol
tribute
anthem
celebrate
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hymn. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hymn