Prayed: meaning, definitions and examples

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prayed

 

[ prษ›ษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

religious practice

Prayed is the past tense of pray, which means to address a deity or ultimate concern in words or thoughts, often as an expression of worship, thanks, or requests for help. It may encompass various forms of communication including spoken, silent, or written expressions.

Synonyms

meditated, petitioned, supplicated, worshipped.

Examples of usage

  • She prayed for her family's health.
  • They prayed together before the meal.
  • He prayed quietly in the cemetery.
  • After the accident, she prayed for strength.
  • The community gathered to pray for peace.
Context #2 | Verb

personal reflection

In a more personal context, prayed can refer to moments of self-reflection or mindfulness where an individual speaks to themselves or a higher power to find solace or guidance.

Synonyms

contemplated, reflected, thought.

Examples of usage

  • He often prayed for guidance in tough times.
  • During her illness, she prayed for clarity.
  • At night, he prayed for his dreams.
  • She prayed for her lost dog.
  • He prayed for forgiveness after his mistake.

Translations

Translations of the word "prayed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rezou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคฐเฅเคฅเคจเคพ เค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gebetet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berdoa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะปะธะฒัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ modliล‚ siฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฅˆใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท priรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ orรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dua etti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๋„ํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตู„ู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modlil se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ modlil sa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฅˆ็ฅทไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ molil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ baรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะฐะผะฐะท ะพา›ั‹ะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒชแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dua etdi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ orรณ

Etymology

The word 'pray' originates from the Latin word 'precari', meaning 'to ask earnestly, beseech'. It was borrowed into Old French as 'preier', which evolved into the Middle English 'preyen'. This etymological journey reflects the deep spiritual and cultural significance of prayer across various societies through time. The transition from the ancient roots to modern English has retained the core meaning of seeking a connection with the divine or expressing one's innermost thoughts and desires. The use of the term has expanded from being strictly religious to include any earnest request or hope. As humanity has evolved, the concept of prayer has modified to adapt to new cultural practices, yet it remains a universal avenue for seeking peace and understanding, showcasing its continued relevance in contemporary life.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,424 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.