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carol Synonyms

Another word for carol

Choosing another word for carol depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• 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
noel
Strong
hymn
anthem
canticle
Weak
psalm
paean

• verb (Context 2)

To go from door to door or gather in public places singing Christmas hymns and songs.

Usage Example

"Every December, the neighborhood children wassail along the snow-covered streets to raise funds for the local shelter."

Strong
wassail

• verb (Context 3)

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
warble
trill
chant
croon
Weak
chorus
serenade

• noun (Context 4)

A medieval round dance accompanied by singing.

Usage Example

"Medieval manuscripts often depict courtiers joining hands in a lively springtime roundelay."

Strong
roundelay

Opposites of carol

The opposite of carol shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dirge
wail
lament
keen
elegy
requiem
mourn
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Carol. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/carol
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