ceremony

noun
UK: /ˈser.ɪ.mə.ni/
US: /ˈser.ə.moʊ.ni/

  1. A formal event with special traditions or actions.

    1. The wedding ceremony was beautiful, and everyone enjoyed it. [ ] [ ]
    2. The graduation ceremony marked the end of their studies with speeches and awards. [ ] [ ]

  2. A set of fixed actions and sometimes words, performed during a religious or public occasion.

    1. The opening ceremony will start at 8 pm with fireworks. [ ] [ ]
    2. The coronation ceremony is a significant event steeped in tradition and history. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

rite ritual observance formality custom tradition

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ceremony" in English means: A formal event with special traditions or actions., A set of fixed actions and sometimes words, performed during a religious or public occasion..

The phonetic transcription of "ceremony" is /ˈser.ɪ.mə.ni/ in British English and /ˈser.ə.moʊ.ni/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ceremony": rite, ritual, observance, formality, custom, tradition.

Example usage of "ceremony": "The wedding ceremony was beautiful, and everyone enjoyed it.". More examples on the page.