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What is another word for Ceremonial? – 146 Ceremonial Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    formal ritualistic solemn official ritual stately dignified majestic impressive grand elaborate ornate decorative festive celebratory commemorative traditional customary conventional orthodox formalized ritualized sacramental liturgical devotional reverent venerable honored noble dignified refined elegant sophisticated graceful polite courteous decorous proper correct appropriate fitting suitable

    Meaning of Ceremonial

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "ceremonial" refers to the performance of ritual acts or the observance of formalities, especially in a religious or formal context.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "ceremonial" as relating to or used in a ceremony, or marked by or conforming to a formal or ritualistic code of behavior.
    • The Cambridge Dictionary describes "ceremonial" as relating to or used in ceremonies, especially formal or religious ones.

    Example Uses

    • The ceremonial opening of the new library was attended by local dignitaries and featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
    • The company's ceremonial annual meeting is a time for shareholders to gather and discuss the year's progress.
    • The ceremonial robes worn by the university's chancellor are steeped in tradition and history.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    informal casual relaxed unofficial spontaneous impromptu unceremonious straightforward simple plain unadorned modest humble low-key subdued muted toned-down restrained reserved unpretentious straightforward practical down-to-earth mundane ordinary everyday

    Related Nouns

    ritual ceremony tradition custom convention formalities etiquette protocol procedure liturgy sacrament rite observance celebration commemoration festivity pageant spectacle parade procession inauguration induction installation

    Related Verbs

    perform conduct observe celebrate commemorate honor dignify ritualize formalize solemnize consecrate bless sanctify invoke recite chant sing play march process parade assemble gather convene

    Related Adjectives

    formal official ritualistic solemn dignified majestic impressive grand elaborate ornate decorative festive celebratory commemorative traditional customary conventional orthodox formalized ritualized sacramental liturgical devotional reverent venerable honored noble dignified refined elegant sophisticated