Definition of orisonnext
as in prayer
an address to God or a deity a fervent orison asking for divine guidance in bringing about a peaceful solution to the grave international crisis

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of orison Kibandi discussed with us about the power of art in creating change and how photography can be a vehicle for culture expanding orisons for girls and women. — Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for orison
prayer
Noun
  • Many of the casualties were police officers and people attending prayers at a mosque.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
  • And unlike Paul Dano in that movie, my prayers were answered.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Orison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orison. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster