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 35 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for paean

acclaim
acclamation
accolade
anthem
applause
approval
award
bravo
cachet
citation
commendation
compliment
decoration
dedication
dithyramb
encomium
eulogium
eulogy
hallelujah
homage
honor
hymn
kudo
laud
laudation
ode
panegyric
pean
praise
prize
psalm
recommendation
salutation
song
tribute

Antonyms for paean

admonition
censure
condemnation
correction
denunciation
harangue
indictment
lecture
rebuke
reprimand
reproof
sermon

Meanings of paean

noun
1. 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.
2. (by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
3. (by extension) An enthusiastic expression of praise.
verb
1. 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 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to paean, such as: acclaim, acclamation, accolade, admonition, anthem, applause, approval.

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