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chorus

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of chorus

1 an organized group of singers

  • the annual Christmas program presented by the churchʼs chorus
Synonyms of chorus

choir, chorale, consort, glee club
Words Related to chorus

ensemble

minstrelsy

2 a part of a song or hymn that is repeated every so often

  • the whole congregation will join in for the chorus
Synonyms of chorus

burden, refrain
Words Related to chorus

repeat, response

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