Meaning & Definition of word "Amen"

Amen

/əˈmɛn/

interjection:

  • 1. An expression of agreement or affirmation, often used at the end of a prayer or hymn.
    • Example: The congregation responded with 'amen' after the pastor concluded his prayer.
  • 2. A statement of approval or support.
    • Example: When she finished her speech, many in the audience shouted 'amen' to show their support.
  • 3. Used to emphasize a declaration or affirmation.
    • Example: He spoke with such conviction that I couldn't help but say 'amen' to his words.

Etymology

From Latin 'amen', from Greek 'ἀμήν' (amēn), from Hebrew 'אָמֵן' (ʾāmēn) meaning 'truth' or 'certainty'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Amen to that:

Agreement with someone's statement or opinion.

Say Amen:

To express agreement or approval, often after a point made.

Amen corner:

A group of supporters, often in a religious context.

Related Words

assent:

Expression of approval or agreement.

affirmation:

The action or process of affirming something.

confirmation:

The act of confirming something.

Slang Meanings of amen

Meaning: A phrase used to express strong agreement, often in informal settings.

Example Sentence: He said the new policy would help everyone, and I just had to say 'Amen!'

Meaning: Sometimes used sarcastically to show irony in a statement.

Example Sentence: Oh sure, because nothing ever goes wrong. Amen to that!