Definition

A brief speech or talk, often religious in nature, that conveys a moral or spiritual message.

Example

The pastor delivered a sermonette during the Sunday service.

Conversation

Did you catch the sermonette this morning at church?

Yeah, it was a nice change from the usual long sermons.

I liked how it was short and to the point; much easier to follow.

Definitely! I think more churches should try a sermonette now and then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sermonette → It is formed from "sermon" (from Old French *sermon*, meaning a discourse or speech) and "-ette" (a diminutive suffix meaning small or little). The word "sermonette" refers to a small or brief sermon.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small speech' ('-ette' means little) that is a 'discourse' ('sermon') — that's what a sermonette is.

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