observance

noun
UK: /əbˈzɜː.vəns/
US: /əbˈzɝː.vəns/

  1. The practice of obeying a law, rule, or custom.

    1. The observance of the rules is very important here.
    2. Strict observance of the ceasefire is vital for successful negotiations.

  2. A traditional celebration or act.

    1. Today is the observance of the New Year.
    2. Religious observances often involve specific rituals and ceremonies.

Synonyms

ceremony ritual custom practice adherence compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "observance" in English means: The practice of obeying a law, rule, or custom., A traditional celebration or act..

The phonetic transcription of "observance" is /əbˈzɜː.vəns/ in British English and /əbˈzɝː.vəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "observance": ceremony, ritual, custom, practice, adherence, compliance.

Example usage of "observance": "The observance of the rules is very important here.". More examples on the page.