Anthem
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Anthem is a noun meaning A choral or vocal composition, often with a religious or political lyric.
Meaning
A choral or vocal composition, often with a religious or political lyric.
More Meanings
- A hymn of praise or loyalty.
- (informal) A very popular song or track.
- (transitive, poetic) To celebrate with anthems.
- (archaic) Antiphon.
Example Sentences
The choir sang a selection of Christmas anthems at the service just before the big day.
The school's anthem sang of its many outstanding qualities, and it was hard to keep a straight face while singing.
[T]hou shalt hear / Distant harvest-carols clear; / Rustle of the reaped corn; / Sweet birds antheming the morn: [...]
In May 2000, they even finally cracked the UK top ten when they teamed up with Paul Van Dyk on the trance anthem "The Riddle".
Word Forms
- anthems
- antheming
- anthemed
Synonyms for anthem
Depending on context, synonyms include hymn.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hymn, commendation, pledge, ode, song, music.
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