Definitions

prayer

[prair] / prɛər /

NOUN

pleading, especially with a deity;

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appeal invocation plea service worship

STRONG

application begging benediction communion devotion entreaty grace imprecation litany orison petition pleading request rogation suit supplication

WEAK

answer adoration beseeching imploration imploring request for help

Antonyms

STRONG

demand

Example Sentences

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People offer prayers, smear bright colours on family and friends and eat traditional food and sweets to celebrate.

From BBC

"I extend my earnest wishes for a swift and smooth recovery to all those who have been injured. You are in my thoughts and prayers during these challenging times."

From BBC

Iran’s semiofficial Mehr News Agency said official memorial ceremonies would be held at more than a dozen locations throughout the capital after evening prayers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Omar then turned the sarcastic thoughts and prayers around on Mace.

From Salon

A cross between a prayer and a rave.

From BBC

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