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rite

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Synonyms and Antonyms of rite

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

the annual summer rite of loading up the car for the big family vacation

Synonyms of rite

ceremonial, ceremony, form, formality, observance, ritual, solemnity

Words Related to rite

amenities, civility, decorum, etiquette, graces, proprieties

convention, custom, habit, manners, mores, practice (also practise), standard, tradition, way

celebration, service

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