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homily

[ˈhɑːməli]

homily Definition

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

Phrases with 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.

  • 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.