congregation
Meaning
A congregation refers to a group of individuals assembled for religious worship or spiritual purposes, often within a specific faith tradition, characterized by shared beliefs and communal activities that foster a sense of belonging and collective identit
💡 While "congregation" primarily denotes a religious assembly, it can also metaphorically describe any gathering of people united by a common interest or purpose; however, care should be taken to avoid conflating it with secular groups unless the context is clearly defined.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Sunday
morning
,
Anna
walks
along
the
cobbled
street
to
the
small
chapel
at
the
corner
,
enjoying
the
quiet
before
the
service
begins
.
She
knows
many
of
the
congregation
by
name
and
appreciates
the
familiar
nods
that
make
the
building
feel
welcoming
.
During
the
short
ceremony
,
people
exchange
brief
greetings
and
listen
attentively
to
the
readings
,
which
often
prompt
thoughtful
conversation
later
.
Afterwards
,
a
few
linger
with
their
coffee
to
discuss
practical
matters
about
the
community
center
and
to
check
on
elderly
neighbors
.
For
Anna
,
that
routine
offers
a
steady
rhythm
to
her
week
and
a
modest
but
reliable
sense
of
belonging
.
Common Phrases
religious congregation
congregation of believers
diverse congregation
Synonyms
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