Sermon — meaning in English

English meaning

• harangue noun A forceful public speech that argues strongly for something.
• rambling adj Wandering from one subject to another without a clear direction, especially in speech or writing.

Senses

Sermon is used for these senses in English:

• harangue A tirade, harsh scolding or rant, whether spoken or written.
• rambling A long meandering talk with no specific topic or direction.

harangue — full definition

1. noun A forceful public speech that argues strongly for something.
2. noun A long, angry telling-off, spoken or written.

rambling — full definition

1. adj Wandering from one subject to another without a clear direction, especially in speech or writing.
2. adj Spreading out irregularly in various directions, as a building, path, or plant might.
3. noun A long, meandering talk with no clear topic.

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