canticles

The word “canticles” has 3 syllables: can-ti-cles

It's pronounced as /ˈkæn.tɪ.klz/


What is synonym and antonym for canticles?

In the thesaurus, “canticles” has 17 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for canticles along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for canticles

  • anthems
  • carols
  • chorales
  • dirges
  • gloria patris
  • hallelujahs
  • hymns
  • laments
  • masses
  • oratorios
  • paeans
  • processionals
  • psalms
  • recessionals
  • requiems
  • spirituals
  • threnodies

Meanings of canticles

  • noun
    1. A chant, hymn or song, especially a nonmetrical one, with words from a biblical text.

Example Sentences

  • The choir performed several ancient canticles during the festival.
  • Her research focused on the use of canticles in medieval worship.
  • The book includes a collection of hymns and canticles from early Christianity.
  • Monks in the abbey recited their daily canticles at sunrise.
  • The composer was inspired by biblical canticles when writing the oratorio.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms or another words to canticles, such as: anthems, carols, chorales, dirges, gloria patris, hallelujahs, hymns.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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