Synonyms of ceremonies

ceremonies

noun

plural of ceremony

as in rituals

an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules

a beautiful, old-fashioned wedding ceremony

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rituals
• ceremonials
• rites
• observances
• traditions
• celebrations
• formalities
• solemnities
• forms
• practices
• customs
• standards
• protocols
• civilities
• graces
• services
• habits
• conventions
• amenities
• etiquettes
• proprieties
• manners
• decorums
• mores
• ways

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ceremonies

Schoolchildren are taught about it in class and often sing the Green March anthem at public ceremonies. — ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026

This Sunday, a more recent Huskies star, Azzi Fudd, will return to M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion to join the program’s long list of Huskies of Honor in ceremonies during UConn’s game against Iowa. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026

The agreement also allows cultural activities for local tribes and Indigenous community members, including educational programs, ceremonies and cultural burning. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026

Among the glitzy items to see are dresses created by Estonian fashion designer Kirill Safonov for the festival’s founder, Tiina Lokk, to wear at its opening ceremonies. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2026

Commemoration ceremonies were also held in other cities and towns throughout Serbia. — Marko Drobnjakovic, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026

Of course, the opening and closing ceremonies aren't likely to taint the entire Games. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026

Outside of the remembrance ceremonies, vendors will be selling food, including Mexican fare like tacos, gorditas and pan de muerto. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

Related Stories The British Academy of Film and Television Arts, which operates as a registered charity, previously allowed trustees to bring guests to its ceremonies, a practice that is said to have been in place for as long as two decades. — Anna Tingley, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing ceremonies

• master of ceremonies