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Synonyms & Similar Words
assembly
meeting
gathering
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church
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Meaning of Congregation
A congregation refers to a group of people gathered for a common purpose, especially for religious worship.
Definitions
- A group of people gathered for a common purpose, especially for religious worship
- * The people who make up a church or synagogue
- * A formal gathering of people, especially for a religious or ceremonial purpose
Etymology of Congregation
The word "congregation" comes from the Latin "congregatio", meaning "a gathering together", which is derived from "congregare", meaning "to gather together"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a group of people gathered for religious purposes
Example Uses
- The congregation sang hymns and prayed together during the church service
- * The rabbi addressed the congregation at the synagogue on Friday evening
- * The congregation of the mosque gathered for prayers during Ramadan
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
isolation
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