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sermon

noun

/ˈsɜːrmən/

Meaning

A religious discourse delivered by a preacher, often offering moral instruction or spiritual guidance.

The pastor gave a moving sermon about compassion and forgiveness.

preach a sermon

homily, discourse, address, lecture, exhortation

silence, quiet

deliver a sermon, Sunday sermon, long sermon, powerful sermon

a person who travels about selling goods, typically from door to door or on the street

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

the profession or practice of teaching

the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty

Unwanted material or goods thrown overboard from a ship and washed ashore.

the action or process of imposing something or of being imposed; an unfair burden or demand