Requiem: meaning, definitions and examples
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requiem
[ ˈreɪkwiəm ]
music
A requiem is a musical composition for a funeral Mass, often including parts of the Mass for the Dead along with other sections.
Synonyms
dirge, funeral music.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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requiem |
This term is typically used in the context of a mass or service in memory of the deceased, especially in the Roman Catholic Church. It can also refer to a musical composition for such an occasion.
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funeral music |
This phrase is a general term for any music played during a funeral. It encompasses a wide range of musical genres and styles, depending on cultural and personal preferences.
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dirge |
This word is often used to describe a mournful song, poem, or piece of music that expresses sorrow, especially for the dead. It is usually performed at funerals or memorial services.
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Examples of usage
- The requiem by Mozart is one of the most famous in classical music.
- She performed a beautiful requiem at the memorial service.
literature
A requiem can also refer to any piece of music, literature, or other work that mourns the dead.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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requiem |
A requiem is typically used in the context of a religious or classical music setting to honor the dead, often performed as a mass. It can also refer to a specific musical composition intended as an act of remembrance.
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memorial |
A memorial refers to something created to remember a person or event. This can be a physical structure, like a statue, or an event, such as a ceremony. It is used in a broader context and is not limited to artistic or religious expressions.
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elegy |
An elegy is a poem or song written to lament the dead. Although it is mournful, it tends to focus on expressing sorrow and celebrating the life of the deceased. It is commonly used in literary and poetic contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The novel served as a requiem for the lost generation.
- The artist created a requiem in honor of those who passed away.
Translations
Translations of the word "requiem" in other languages:
🇵🇹 réquiem
🇮🇳 शोकगीत
🇩🇪 Requiem
🇮🇩 requiem
🇺🇦 реквієм
🇵🇱 requiem
🇯🇵 レクイエム (rekuiemu)
🇫🇷 requiem
🇪🇸 réquiem
🇹🇷 ağıt
🇰🇷 진혼곡 (jinhong-gok)
🇸🇦 قداس جنائزي
🇨🇿 rekviem
🇸🇰 rekviem
🇨🇳 安魂曲 (ānhúnqǔ)
🇸🇮 rekvijem
🇮🇸 sálumessa
🇰🇿 реквием
🇬🇪 რექვიემი (rekviemi)
🇦🇿 rekviyem
🇲🇽 réquiem
Etymology
The word 'requiem' comes from Latin and originally means 'rest.' It has been used in the context of funeral Masses and mourning since the 15th century, becoming associated with musical compositions in the 18th century.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,192, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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