homily

[ˈhɑːməli]

homily Definition

• 1. a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction
• 2. a tedious moralizing discourse

Using homily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "homily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The priest delivered a homily on the importance of forgiveness.

• Example

  I don't want to hear another homily about the virtues of hard work.

• Example

  The coach gave the team a homily on the importance of teamwork.

homily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for homily

• sermon
• address
• lecture
• oration
• speech

Phrases with homily

• preach a homily

  to deliver a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction

  Example

  The pastor preached a homily on the importance of charity.

• bored with the homilies

  to be tired or annoyed by someone's moralizing discourse

  Example

  I'm bored with the homilies of my boss about punctuality.

• deliver a homily on something

  to give a tedious moralizing discourse on a particular topic

  Example

  The teacher delivered a homily on the importance of studying hard for exams.

Origins of homily

from Greek 'homilia', meaning 'conversation'

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Summary: homily in Brief

A 'homily' [ˈhɑːməli] is a religious discourse that aims to provide spiritual edification, or a tedious moralizing discourse. It can be used in various contexts, such as a priest delivering a homily on forgiveness or a coach giving a homily on teamwork. The phrase 'preach a homily' refers to delivering a religious discourse, while 'bored with the homilies' means being tired of someone's moralizing discourse.