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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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Azteca Stadium, as most people know it, is steeped in soccer history and is now the only venue to host three World Cup opening ceremonies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Mexico is co-hosting the 2026 tournament alongside the US and Canada, with those North American teams hosting their own opening ceremonies on Friday.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

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

At night, vodou ceremonies were held around the shady banyan tree that rose from the middle of an open hut.

From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat