Ceremonial: meaning, definitions and examples

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ceremonial

[ ˌserəˈməʊnɪəl ]

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formal occasions

Relating to or used for formal occasions or ceremonies.

Synonyms

formal, ritualistic, symbolic

Examples of usage

It was a ceremonial event with everyone dressed in their finest attire.
The king wore a ceremonial robe for the coronation ceremony.

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ritual or formal act

A formal act or ritual, often with a religious or cultural significance.

Synonyms

formality, observance, ritual

Examples of usage

The wedding ceremony was a beautiful ceremonial.
The lighting of candles is a ceremonial practiced in many cultures.

Translations

Translations of the word "ceremonial" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cerimonial

🇮🇳 औपचारिक

🇩🇪 zeremoniell

🇮🇩 seremonial

🇺🇦 церемоніальний

🇵🇱 ceremonialny

🇯🇵 儀式の

🇫🇷 cérémonial

🇪🇸 ceremonial

🇹🇷 törenle ilgili

🇰🇷 의식의

🇸🇦 احتفالي

🇨🇿 ceremoniální

🇸🇰 ceremoniálny

🇨🇳 仪式的

🇸🇮 ceremonialen

🇮🇸 athafnasamur

🇰🇿 салтанатты

🇬🇪 ცერემონიალური

🇦🇿 mərasim

🇲🇽 ceremonial

Word origin

The word 'ceremonial' has its origins in the late 16th century, derived from the Latin word 'caerimonia' meaning 'ritual'. Over time, it came to be associated with formal and ritualistic occasions, often involving symbolic acts. The use of ceremonial practices dates back centuries and can be found in various cultures and traditions around the world.