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sermonize
The word carries a sharp distinction between its literal religious application and its social application. When used in a clerical context, it is a neutral description of a professional duty. However, in a secular or interpersonal context, it is almost always pejorative, suggesting that the speaker is being overbearing, self-righteous, or condescending.
Because of this negative connotation, "sermonize" implies a lack of dialogue; the speaker is not conversing with the listener but rather lecturing them from a position of perceived moral superiority. It is often used to describe someone who offers unsolicited advice or moral judgments in a tedious manner.
Meanings
Examples
The priest began to sermonize the congregation on the importance of forgiveness.
The priest began to sermonize the congregation on the importance of forgiveness.
Stop trying to sermonize me about my life choices.
I cannot stand it when he starts to sermonize during dinner.
The headmaster spent an hour sermonizing the students about academic integrity.
The headmaster spent an hour sermonizing the students about academic integrity.
Please just tell me the facts instead of continuing to sermonize.
He has a tendency to sermonize whenever he feels morally superior.
The old monk would often sermonize to the travelers who rested at the temple.
Why does she always have to sermonize every time I make a small mistake?