preach

• 动词，指宣讲宗教教义或布道；也指极力宣扬、提倡某种信仰、原则或主张。

A verb used to indicate the act of delivering a religious sermon or earnestly advocating a belief, principle, or course of action.

1. Deliver a religious sermonB1formal

   To give a talk or sermon about a religious or moral subject, especially in a church.

   讲道

   • The priest preached about forgiveness and compassion.
   • He preached to the congregation every Sunday.
   • She preached a powerful sermon on the importance of charity.

   同义词preachifysermonize

2. Advocate stronglyB2formal

   To strongly recommend or promote a particular idea, belief, or way of life.

   宣扬

   • She preaches the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise.
   • He preaches patience and understanding in difficult situations.
   • The organization preaches environmental conservation.

   同义词advocatechampionexhortpromoteproselytizeurge

3. Give unwanted adviceB2informal

   To give moral advice in a way that is annoying or unwanted.

   说教

   • Stop preaching at me about my lifestyle choices.
   • He's always preaching about the dangers of social media.
   • She preaches to her friends about saving money.

   同义词haranguelecturemoralizepontificatepreachifysermonize