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alleluiatic

|al-le-lu-i-at-ic|

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/ˌælɪˈluːiˌætɪk/

related to praise

Etymology
Etymology Information

'alleluiatic' originates from the Late Latin word 'alleluia,' which is derived from the Hebrew word 'hallelujah,' meaning 'praise the Lord.'

Historical Evolution

'alleluia' transformed into the English word 'alleluia,' and eventually became the adjective 'alleluiatic' to describe things related to expressions of praise.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'praise the Lord,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to expressions of praise.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or characterized by alleluias or expressions of praise.

The alleluiatic hymns filled the church with a sense of joy.

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Last updated: 2025/06/26 01:36