paean

The word “paean” has 2 syllables: pae-an.

It's pronounced as /ˈpiːən/.

What is synonym and antonym for paean?

In the thesaurus, “paean” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for paean along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for paean

citation
commendation
homage
hymn
tribute

Antonyms for paean

censure
condemnation
denunciation
indictment
rebuke

Meanings of paean

noun

A chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.
(by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
(by extension) An enthusiastic expression of praise.

verb

To sing a paean; to praise.

Example Sentences

The victorious team's fans erupted in a joyous paean of cheers and celebration.
As the sun set over the mountains, the choir sang a beautiful paean to nature's wonders.
In the ancient temple, priests chanted a solemn paean to honor the gods.
The artist's masterpiece inspired a heartfelt paean from art enthusiasts around the world.
At the ceremony, the speaker delivered a stirring paean to the resilience of the human spirit.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to paean, such as: censure, citation, commendation, condemnation, denunciation, homage, hymn.

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