a|men

a|men «AY MEHN, AH-; see note below», interjection, noun, adverb, verb.

–interj.

1. so be it; may it become true. Amen is said after a prayer, a wish, or a statement with which one agrees.

2. Informal. an expression of approval.

–n.

the word amen, as at the end of a prayer.

–adv.

Archaic. truly; verily.

–v.t.

1. to say “amen” to; sanction or approve.

2. to end or finish.

╂[< Late Latin āmēn < Greek ām < Hebrew 'åmēn truly]

Usage The pronunciation «AH MEHN» is ordinarily employed in singing. In spoken use the choice between this pronunciation and «AY MEHN» is in part dependent on the practice in different religious groups.

A|men or A|mon «AH muhn», noun.

= Amun. (Cf. ↑Amun)