V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
litany
noun
Definition: 1. repeated series; 2. a long list of unpleasant things, particularly things that are repeated
Synonyms: recital, list, repetition
Antonyms:
Tips: The word litany has its origin in the Catholic church. Litany is the name of a prayer consisting of a series of invocations, which are statements by the priest with responses from the congregation. Over time the, word litany has come to refer to a list, usually of unpleasant things, but not always. For example: "A litany of complaints."
Usage Examples:
During the job interview he enumerated a litany of accomplishments that he achieved at his prior job. (series, list)
We have received a litany of complaints about our customer service. (series, list)
The health inspector enumerated to the restaurant owner a litany of health code violations. (list, series)
The company is reported to have received a litany of complaints from unsatisfied customers. (list, series)
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