Spiritual (Noun)
Meaning
A kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The gospel choir performed a powerful spiritual during the church service, bringing the congregation to its feet.
- Her voice soared as she sang the haunting spiritual, a song passed down through generations of her family.
- The old spiritual, with its rich harmonies and emotional lyrics, never failed to move the audience.
- The group's rendition of the classic spiritual was a highlight of the music festival, showcasing their vocal talents.
- The choir's spiritual, with its themes of hope and redemption, brought a sense of peace to the troubled community.