Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preach
verb
/priːtʃ/
Definition
To deliver a religious discourse or to advocate a belief or doctrine publicly.
Examples
- The pastor will preach a sermon on Sunday morning.
- She often preaches about the importance of kindness and compassion.
- He loves to preach to his friends when they gather.
Meaning
To publicly teach or proclaim a certain moral or religious principle, often with the aim of encouraging others to adopt that view.
Synonyms
- proclaim
- advocate
- deliver
- declare