Ceremonial — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌser-ə-ˈmō-nē-əl/ cer·e·mo·ni·al

Meaning & Definition of Ceremonial

Ceremonial (adjective)

  1. marked by, involved in, or belonging to ceremony, stressing careful attention to form and detail
  2. having no real power or influence

Ceremonial (noun)

  1. a ceremonial act, action, or system

Ceremonial (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules

    "a ceremonial presentation of the ambassador's credentials"

    similar: ceremonious, conventional, formal, orthodox, regular, routine
    related: authorized, certified, official, sanctioned, accepted, correct, decorous, genteel, nice, polite, proper, respectable, seemly, formalistic, ritual, ritualistic, methodical, orderly, systematic
    opposite: casual, freewheeling, informal, irregular, unceremonious, unconventional, unorthodox
    near: unauthorized, unofficial, graceless, improper, inappropriate, incorrect, indecorous, inept, infelicitous, unapt, unbecoming, unfit, unhappy, unseemly, unsuitable

Ceremonial (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules

    "the funeral of a pope is usually marked by rich pageantry and elaborate ceremonials"

    similar: ceremony, form, formality, observance, rite, ritual, solemnity
    related: amenities, civility, decorum, etiquette, graces, proprieties, protocol, convention, custom, habit, manners, mores, practice, standard, tradition, way, celebration, service

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ceremonial

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ceremonial:

ceremonious, conventional, formal, orthodox, regular, routine, ceremony, form, formality, observance, rite, ritual, solemnity

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ceremonial

Words with the opposite meaning of Ceremonial:

casual, freewheeling, informal, irregular, unceremonious, unconventional, unorthodox

Related Words for Ceremonial

authorized, certified, official, sanctioned, accepted, correct, decorous, genteel, nice, polite, proper, respectable, seemly, formalistic, ritualistic, methodical, orderly, systematic, amenities, civility, decorum, etiquette, graces, proprieties, protocol, convention, custom, habit, manners, mores

Near Antonyms of Ceremonial

unauthorized, unofficial, graceless, improper, inappropriate, incorrect, indecorous, inept, infelicitous, unapt, unbecoming, unfit, unhappy, unseemly, unsuitable

Word Forms of Ceremonial

Derived words: ceremonialism (noun), ceremonialist (noun), ceremonially (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Ceremonial

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Ceremonial

What does "Ceremonial" mean?

"Ceremonial" means marked by, involved in, or belonging to ceremony, stressing careful attention to form and detail. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: marked by, involved in, or belonging to ceremony, stressing careful attention to form and detail. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Ceremonial"?

Other words for "Ceremonial" include ceremonious, conventional, formal, orthodox, regular, routine, ceremony and form. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ceremonial" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ceremonial"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ceremonial". Common alternatives include ceremonious, conventional, formal, orthodox, regular, routine, ceremony, form, formality and observance.

What is the opposite of "Ceremonial"?

Antonyms of "Ceremonial" include casual, freewheeling, informal, irregular, unceremonious, unconventional and unorthodox. Near antonyms include unauthorized, unofficial, graceless and improper.

How do you use "Ceremonial" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ceremonial" in a sentence: "a ceremonial presentation of the ambassador's credentials"; "the funeral of a pope is usually marked by rich pageantry and elaborate ceremonials".

Is "Ceremonial" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ceremonial" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Ceremonial"?

"Ceremonial" is pronounced /ˌser-ə-ˈmō-nē-əl/ and divided into syllables as cer·e·mo·ni·al.

What is the origin of the word "Ceremonial"?

First known use: 14th century.