Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-litany
Noun
/ðə ˈlɪtəni/
Definition
A repetitive recitation or series of items often used in a prayer-like context.
Examples
- “The litany of complaints about the new policy seemed never-ending.”
- “During the meeting, she presented a litany of reasons why the project should be approved.”
- “He offered a litany of excuses for being late to the event.”
Meaning
Usually refers to a structured prayer or list of requests, often expressed in a way that emphasizes the seriousness or sorrow of a situation.
Synonyms
- Catalog
- List
- Recitation
- Enumeration
