Breviary — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈbrē-və-rē/ bre·via·ry

Meaning & Definition of Breviary

Breviary (noun)

  1. a book of the prayers, hymns, psalms, and readings for the canonical hours
  2. divine office
  3. a brief summary

Breviary (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a short statement of the main points

    "a speech that could serve as a breviary for impeachment"

    similar: abstract, brief, capsule, conspectus, digest, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline, précis, recap, recapitulation, résumé, roundup, run-through, rundown, sum, sum-up, summa, summarization, summary, summing-up, synopsis, wrap-up
    related: abbreviation, abridgment, compend, compendium, condensation, curtailment, shortening, simplification, streamlining, rehash, reprise, conclusion, epilogue
    near: amplification, enlargement, expansion, addendum, supplement

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Breviary

The most common words with a similar meaning to Breviary:

abstract, brief, capsule, conspectus, digest, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline, précis, recap, recapitulation, résumé, roundup, run-through, rundown, sum, sum-up, summa, summarization, summary, summing-up, synopsis, wrap-up

Related Words for Breviary

abbreviation, abridgment, compend, compendium, condensation, curtailment, shortening, simplification, streamlining, rehash, reprise, conclusion, epilogue

Near Antonyms of Breviary

amplification, enlargement, expansion, addendum, supplement

Word Forms of Breviary

Inflections: breviaries

Origin & Etymology of Breviary

Middle English breviarie, from Medieval Latin breviarium, from Latin, summary, from brevis

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Breviary

What does "Breviary" mean?

"Breviary" means a book of the prayers, hymns, psalms, and readings for the canonical hours. As a noun, it is defined as: a book of the prayers, hymns, psalms, and readings for the canonical hours.

What is another word for "Breviary"?

Other words for "Breviary" include abstract, brief, capsule, conspectus, digest, encapsulation, epitome and inventory. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Breviary" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Breviary"?

There are 37 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Breviary". Common alternatives include abstract, brief, capsule, conspectus, digest, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline and précis.

How do you use "Breviary" in a sentence?

Examples of "Breviary" in a sentence: "a speech that could serve as a breviary for impeachment".

Is "Breviary" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Breviary" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Breviary"?

"Breviary" is pronounced /ˈbrē-və-rē/ and divided into syllables as bre·via·ry.

What is the origin of the word "Breviary"?

"Breviary" comes from Middle English breviarie, from Medieval Latin breviarium, from Latin, summary, from brevis. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Breviary" meaning "a short statement of the main points"?

When "Breviary" (noun) means a short statement of the main points, synonyms include abstract, brief, capsule, conspectus, digest and encapsulation.