Synonyms of ritualistic

ritualistic

adjective

as in ritual

Related Words

• ritual
• formalistic
• systematic
• proper
• polite
• methodical
• correct
• accepted
• orderly
• decorous
• official
• ceremonial
• respectable
• genteel
• seemly
• nice
• certified
• routine
• authorized
• conventional
• formal
• orthodox
• sanctioned
• regular
• ceremonious

Dissimilar Words

• informal
• casual
• unorthodox
• unconventional
• irregular
• unauthorized
• unofficial
• improper
• freewheeling
• unceremonious
• inappropriate
• unhappy
• unseemly
• unsuitable
• incorrect
• unfit
• unbecoming
• inept
• indecorous
• infelicitous
• graceless
• unapt

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ritualistic

Former policewoman Nerea, dismissed from the force, is drawn back when ritualistic murders emerge, confronting ghosts of her past and city’s underworld. —Callum McLennan, Variety, 22 Sep. 2025

In the past, Kaepernick’s protest and countless other incidents have prompted reactionary vows to boycott the league, along with the ritualistic burning of team jerseys and other merchandise. —Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2025

There are no rock concert-style hand mikes or microphone stands as in the original, and the energetic, ritualistic dancing in this production is unique. —Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025

There was something so comforting and ritualistic about waking up every morning and knowing my only task for the day was to walk to my next destination. —Alison Cochrun, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025