paean
Pronunciation: [ˈpiːən]
Word
Context: "celebration"
(noun) a paean is a song or expression of joy, praise, or thanksgiving. It's like a happy song you sing to show how much you appreciate something or someone.
Example
The crowd sang a joyful paean to celebrate the team's victory.
Example
There wasn't a paean sung for the sad event; it felt too somber.
Example
What kind of paean do you think captures the spirit of the celebration?
Context: "literature"
(noun) a paean can also be a poem that praises or honors someone or something. It's like writing a nice poem about a hero to show admiration.
Example
The poet wrote a beautiful paean to honor the courage of the firefighters.
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He didn't write a paean for the villain; instead, he focused on the hero's journey.
Example
Can you think of a famous paean that talks about bravery?
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