Anthem and Dirge

Anthem

Anthem noun - A religious song.
Usage example: fervently sang an anthem of praise to the Lord
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Synonyms for Anthem

Dirge and anthem are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Dirge" instead a noun "Anthem".

Dirge

Dirge noun - A composition expressing one's grief over a loss.
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Synonyms for Dirge

Anthem and dirge are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Anthem" instead a noun "Dirge".

How words are described

complete complete anthem complete dirge
anti-war anti-war anthem anti-war dirge

Both words in one sentence

  • The national anthem of Anvilania in an Animaniacs cartoon, which is such a boring dirge that it is used as a weapon later on.
  • Western Animation / Animaniacs Incessant Chorus: The national anthem of Anvilania, which is such a boring dirge that it is used as a weapon later on.
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