Synonyms for Prayer
Definition of prayer
- noun
- the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving); "the priest sank to his knees in prayer"
- reverent petition to a deity
- earnest or urgent request; "an entreaty to stop the fighting"; "an appeal for help"; "an appeal to the public to keep calm"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "prayer"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like appeal, communion, entreaty can replace "prayer" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "prayer" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Prayer" in song lyrics
See how prayer is used in real songs:
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"Can He love me? Will He hear my prayer?"
The Ambassador f/ J.R. — My Clothes, My Hair -
"And now we will comence with a prayer"
Bizzy Bone — Don't Doubt Me -
"My lord, hear thy prayer"
Black Market Militia f/ Gabriel Batler, Abiodun Oyemole (Last Poets), Eilan Babilon * — The Final Call