noun. a song, as of praise, devotion, or patriotism: the national anthem of Spain; our college anthem. a piece of sacred vocal music, usually with words taken from the Scriptures. a hymn sung alternately by different sections of a choir or congregation.
Definition of anthem. 1 : a song or hymn of praise or gladness a patriotic anthem. 2 : a usually rousing popular song that typifies or is identified with a particular subculture, movement, or point of view anthems of teenage angst. 3a : a psalm or hymn sung antiphonally or responsively.
Enumerated powers are specifically listed in the constitution. Implied powers are not stated specifically but are assumed by the exercise of the enumerated powers.
