sermon
//ˈsɜːrmən//
Noun
sermonSingular
sermonsPlural
1
A religious discourse or talk on a moral or spiritual subject, typically delivered by a member of the clergy during a church service.
The pastor delivered a powerful sermon about forgiveness.
2
A long, tedious lecture or moralizing speech, often unwelcome or unsolicited.
I got a long sermon from my mother about staying out too late.