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Definitions

ceremony

[ser-uh-moh-nee] / ˈsɛr əˌmoʊ ni /
NOUN
ritual; celebratory observation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
commemoration function observance parade rite service show
STRONG
Sacrament ceremonial custom formality liturgy ordinance 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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The bodies of the three peacekeepers arrived in Jakarta on Saturday, received with honours in a ceremony attended by President Prabowo Subianto.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Wearing his red mozzetta and stole, Leo appeared deep in prayer during the ceremony, listening with eyes closed.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Trump was treated to an elaborate military welcome ceremony, dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower and a two-hour military parade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Oscar-nominated actress Carey Mulligan has been awarded a CBE by King Charles at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

In Maa culture, the circumcision ceremony is the initiation that makes a boy a man.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.