Unceremonial: meaning, definitions and examples
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unceremonial
[ ʌnˈsɛrəˌmoʊniəl ]
formal behavior
Unceremonial describes a manner of action or behavior that lacks the traditional rituals or formalities typically associated with a particular event or situation. It often implies a straightforward, casual approach without the embellishments of ceremony. This term can be used to convey a sense of practicality or efficiency over niceties. For example, an unceremonial meeting may omit formal introductions or protocol.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They had an unceremonial start to the meeting.
- Her departure was quite unceremonial, with no farewell party.
- He made an unceremonial exit from the event.
- The announcement was delivered in an unceremonial tone.
Translations
Translations of the word "unceremonial" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sem cerimônia
🇮🇳 औपचारिकता रहित
🇩🇪 unzeremoniell
🇮🇩 tanpa upacara
🇺🇦 неформальний
🇵🇱 bez ceremonii
🇯🇵 非公式
🇫🇷 sans cérémonie
🇪🇸 sin ceremonias
🇹🇷 resmi olmayan
🇰🇷 비공식적인
🇸🇦 غير رسمي
🇨🇿 neformální
🇸🇰 neformálny
🇨🇳 非正式
🇸🇮 neformalno
🇮🇸 óformlegur
🇰🇿 ресми емес
🇬🇪 არაოფიციალური
🇦🇿 rəsmi olmayan
🇲🇽 sin ceremonias
Etymology
The word 'unceremonial' is derived from the prefix 'un-' which indicates a negation or absence of something, and the root 'ceremonial', which comes from the Latin 'caerimonia', meaning 'a religious observance or ritual'. The combination of these elements suggests a rejection or absence of the formalities that are conventionally expected in specific interactions or contexts. The use of 'unceremonial' has grown in modern discourse to describe scenarios that prioritize functionality and directness over traditional customs and elaborate displays. The evolution of language has allowed for this adjective to express a more contemporary understanding of social interactions, where efficiency may sometimes take precedence over etiquette.