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hymn Synonyms

Another word for hymn

Choosing another word for hymn depends on context, so the 25 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 song or poem of praise, typically addressed to God or a deity.

Usage Example

"The congregation stood together to sing a traditional psalm before the sermon began."

Strongest
psalm
canticle
Strong
chorale
anthem
doxology
chant
carol
spiritual

• noun (Context 2)

A formal song, poem, or expression of praise, joy, or triumph.

Usage Example

"The director's latest documentary is a cinematic paean to the beauty of the natural world."

Strongest
paean
ode
Strong
anthem
tribute
panegyric
encomium
eulogy
homage

• 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
praise
Strong
glorify
exalt
magnify
worship
extol
chant

• 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."

Strongest
celebrate
extol
Strong
praise
laud
glorify
exalt
eulogize
acclaim

Opposites of hymn

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

blaspheme
lament
denounce
condemn
decry
curse
elegy
vilify
See all opposites of hymn

• Nearby Words

hylotelephium
hymen
hymenocallis
hymn
hymnal
hymnbook
hymnist

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hymn. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hymn
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