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Meaning of the word ritual in English

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ritual

US /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/
UK /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/
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Noun

1.

a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order

Example:
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The ancient tribe performed a sacred ritual to honor their ancestors.
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The wedding ritual included exchanging vows and rings.
Synonym:
ceremonyriteobservanceservicecustom
2.

a series of actions or a type of behavior regularly and invariably followed by someone

Example:
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His morning ritual includes coffee and reading the newspaper.
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Brushing your teeth before bed is a good daily ritual.
Synonym:
routinehabitcustompracticepattern

Adjective

1.

of or relating to a ritual

Example:
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The dancers performed a highly stylized ritual dance.
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The community observes several ritual practices throughout the year.
Synonym:
ceremonialformalprescribedcustomary
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Related Word:
ritualism