Cortege — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Cortege
Cortege (noun)
- a train of attendants, retinue
- procession; especially, a funeral procession
Cortege (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a body of employees or servants who accompany and wait on a person
"the movie star's cortege included her hair stylist, makeup artist, personal assistant, and press agent"
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a body of individuals moving along in an orderly and often ceremonial way
"the funeral cortege of mourners stretched for three city blocks"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cortege
The most common words with a similar meaning to Cortege:
Origin & Etymology of Cortege
French cortège, from Italian corteggio, from corteggiare to court, from corte court, from Latin cohort-, cohors enclosure court
First known use: 1648
Frequently Asked Questions about Cortege
What does "Cortege" mean?
"Cortege" means a train of attendants, retinue. As a noun, it is defined as: a train of attendants, retinue. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Cortege"?
Other words for "Cortege" include entourage, following, posse, retinue, suite, tail, train and parade. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cortege" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Cortege"?
There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Cortege". Common alternatives include entourage, following, posse, retinue, suite, tail, train, parade and procession.
How do you use "Cortege" in a sentence?
Examples of "Cortege" in a sentence: "the movie star's cortege included her hair stylist, makeup artist, personal assistant, and press agent"; "the funeral cortege of mourners stretched for three city blocks".
Is "Cortege" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Cortege" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Cortege"?
"Cortege" is pronounced /kȯr-ˈtezh/ and divided into syllables as cor·tege.
What is the origin of the word "Cortege"?
"Cortege" comes from French cortège, from Italian corteggio, from corteggiare to court, from corte court, from Latin cohort-, cohors enclosure court. First known use: 1648.
What is another word for "Cortege" meaning "a body of employees or servants who accompany and wait on a person"?
When "Cortege" (noun) means a body of employees or servants who accompany and wait on a person, synonyms include entourage, following, posse, retinue, suite and tail.