preaching Meaning & Definition
What Does Preaching Mean?
As a verb, preaching means present participle and gerund of preach. As a noun, it means The act of delivering a sermon or similar moral instruction.
Word Facts for Preaching
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɹiːt͡ʃɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | discourse and sermon |
| Plural | preachings |
Preaching Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of preach
Preaching as a Noun
- The act of delivering a sermon or similar moral instruction.
Verb
- To give a sermon.
A learned local Muslim used to preach in the small mosque every Friday.
- To proclaim by public discourse; to utter in a sermon or a formal religious harangue.
- To advise or recommend earnestly.
- To teach or instruct by preaching; to inform by preaching.
- To give advice in an offensive or obtrusive manner.
Synonyms of Preaching
Preaching synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Preaching
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Preaching in a Sentence
A learned local Muslim used to preach in the small mosque every Friday.
Word Forms & Grammar
preaching
preaching (countable and uncountable, plural preachings)
Words That Rhyme With Preaching
Origin of Preaching
Inherited from Middle English prechynge.
Preaching Pronunciation
You say preaching as //ˈpɹiːt͡ʃɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Preaching
Is preaching a verb or a noun?
Preaching is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for preaching?
You can replace preaching with words such as discourse and sermon. See the full list of preaching synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of preaching?
The plural of preaching is preachings.