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ceremonies

NOUN

ritual; celebratory observation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

commemoration function observance parade rite service show

STRONG

ceremonial custom formality liturgy ordinance sacrament solemnity tradition

Antonyms

STRONGEST

neglect

NOUN

etiquette

Synonyms

STRONG

ceremonial conformity decorum form formalism formality nicety politeness pomp preciseness prescription propriety protocol strictness usage

WEAK

formal courtesy

Antonyms

STRONG

bad manners impoliteness impropriety rudeness

Example Sentences

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She leads cacao ceremonies, sound baths, and energy work sessions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

New college graduates booed commencement speakers who spoke of the benefits of artificial intelligence during their graduation ceremonies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Taken together, the ceremonies reflect a synchronized messaging moment across the military graduation circuit.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

This is a celebrated author who chose her own clothes for the awards ceremonies.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

With architecture and construction such a fascination in Chicago, cornerstone ceremonies became extravagant affairs.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson