Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pray
verb
/preɪ/
Definition
To speak to a deity or higher power in order to express feelings of hope, gratitude, or requests.
Examples
- Every evening, she takes a moment to pray for her family’s well-being.
- He decided to pray before making a big decision.
- During the service, the congregation came together to pray for peace.
Meaning
To communicate with God or a higher power, usually through spoken words, to seek help, guidance, or appreciation.
Synonyms
- invoke
- entreat
- plead
- supplicate
- worship
