Synonyms of congregations

congregations

noun

plural of congregation

1

as in churches

a body of persons gathered for religious worship

the whole congregation began to sing with great fervor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• churches
• flocks
• assemblies
• parishes
• denominations
• sects
• communions
• confessions
• folds
• laities

2

as in assemblies

a body of people come together in one place

a congregation of journalists were at the hotel bar, discussing the latest developments

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assemblies
• conferences
• assemblages
• meetings
• audiences
• gatherings
• synods
• convocations
• panels
• musters
• companies
• markets
• ingatherings
• throngs
• flocks
• coteries
• crowds
• caucuses
• swarms
• houses
• gangs
• multitudes
• rallies
• symposia
• hordes
• forums
• consorts
• legions
• packs
• galleries
• grandstands
• mobs
• rabbles
• presses
• rabblements
• crushes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of congregations

In the mid-20th century, Anglican congregations in Kenya swelled in size because of the East African Revival movement. — Stephanie Triplettall, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

These schools admitted and trained Presbyterians who, as adults, became the rank and file of their congregations – and, as alumni, donated to their alma maters. — Thomas Adam, The Conversation, 4 Aug. 2026

Hamilton is the pastor of the 24,000-member Church of Resurrection, one of the largest United Methodist congregations in the country, located in the Kansas City metro area. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Some moved from out of state; others were serving their congregations in other capacities and have been freshly elevated to starring roles. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice is a nonprofit organization that works with congregations throughout Southern California to support workers’ rights. — ABC News, 31 July 2026

Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice is a nonprofit organization that works with congregations throughout Southern California to support workers' rights. — CBS News, 31 July 2026

On that Sabbath morning, a gunman shot his way into the synagogue, shouting antisemitic invective and murdering 11 worshipers from the three congregations sharing the building — Dor Hadash, New Light and Tree of Life. — Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

Fan Out Diabetes pairs minority LaPorte County congregations with Franciscan’s Community Health Improvement program and community organizations, a release said. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026