homily — a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction; a tedious moralizing discourse
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction; a tedious moralizing discourse
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɑːməli/
Korean meaning: (종교적) 설교, 훈계; 지루한 도덕적 훈시
Korean pronunciation: **홈**멀리
Example Sentences
- The pastor's homily about patience lasted so long that it ironically tested everyone's patience.
- My grandfather's homily about hard work began every time I complained about chores.
- The wedding ceremony included a touching homily about love and commitment.
homily
NOUN//ˈhɑːməli//
a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction; a tedious moralizing discourse
The priest delivers a lengthy homily to his patient congregation
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Emily's family endures another lengthy homily
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Origin
From Latin homilia, derived from Greek homilia meaning 'conversation' or 'discourse,' which comes from homilein 'to converse' (from homilos 'assembled together').
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“The pastor's homily about patience lasted so long that it ironically tested everyone's patience.”
“My grandfather's homily about hard work began every time I complained about chores.”
“The wedding ceremony included a touching homily about love and commitment.”
“She delivered a homily on environmental responsibility at the graduation ceremony.”
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