pray

Meaning

to speak to God or a deity; to hope earnestly

to speak to a deity, especially for help or thanks

Example Sentences

Many people pray for peace in the world.

Every night, she prays for her family’s safety.

Example Expressions

say your prayers

Synonyms

worship, petition, request, invoke, beseech, implore

Entry 1

worship, petition, request, invoke

Entry 2

worship, beseech, implore, petition

Antonyms

curse, condemn, blaspheme, ignore

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curse, condemn, blaspheme, ignore

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curse, blaspheme

Collocations

pray silently, pray earnestly, pray together, pray daily, pray fervently, pray for, pray to, say a prayer, praying hands

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pray silently, pray earnestly, pray together, pray daily, pray fervently

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pray for, pray to, say a prayer, praying hands