Ritual: meaning, definitions and examples
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ritual
[ ˈrɪtʃuəl ]
tradition
A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The wedding ceremony included several traditional rituals.
- The tribe performed a sacred ritual to honor their ancestors.
habit
A series of actions or type of behavior regularly and invariably followed by someone.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- His morning ritual involved drinking coffee and reading the newspaper.
- She had a bedtime ritual of brushing her teeth and listening to music.
obsession
An action that is regularly repeated in a set precise manner, especially as part of a religious or solemn ceremony.
Synonyms
compulsion, routine, tradition
Examples of usage
- His ritual of checking the doors multiple times before bed became an obsession.
- The ritual of lighting candles in the church had a calming effect on her.
Translations
Translations of the word "ritual" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ritual
🇮🇳 रिवाज
🇩🇪 Ritual
🇮🇩 ritual
🇺🇦 ритуал
🇵🇱 rytuał
🇯🇵 儀式 (ぎしき)
🇫🇷 rituel
🇪🇸 ritual
🇹🇷 ritüel
🇰🇷 의식 (uishik)
🇸🇦 طقوس
🇨🇿 rituál
🇸🇰 rituál
🇨🇳 仪式 (yíshì)
🇸🇮 ritual
🇮🇸 athöfn
🇰🇿 рәсім
🇬🇪 რიტუალი
🇦🇿 ritual
🇲🇽 ritual
Word origin
The word 'ritual' originates from the Latin word 'ritualis', meaning 'relating to a rite'. It has been used since the early 17th century to describe formal religious or solemn ceremonies. Rituals have been an integral part of human culture and society for centuries, serving as a way to establish and maintain traditions, express beliefs, and create a sense of community. From ancient rituals performed by various civilizations to modern-day practices, the concept of ritual continues to play a significant role in human behavior and interaction.
See also: ritualistic, rituals.