Synonyms of tradition

tradition

noun

trə-ˈdi-shən 

1

as in rule

an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing

the town tradition of having the oldest resident ride at the head of the parade

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rule
• principles
• values
• heritage
• convention
• custom
• standards
• ethic
• prescription
• norm
• legacy
• superstition
• mode
• culture
• folklore
• rubric
• inheritance
• mores
• form
• lore
• lifestyle
• birthright

2

as in folklore

the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place

according to tradition, this field was the site of a skirmish between the first settlers and the Native Americans living in the area

Synonyms & Similar Words

• folklore
• mythology
• lore
• legend
• myth
• mythos
• information
• legendry
• tale
• folklife
• knowledge
• wisdom
• anecdote
• folktale
• fable
• yarn
• old wives' tale

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tradition

What Southern hospitality, food traditions, and family gatherings mean to her today. — Sid Evans, Southern Living, 21 July 2026

With spa treatments inspired by ancient wellness traditions, this 1,000-hectare resort destination, surrounded by traditional villages and archaeological sites associated with Homer’s epic, is the ideal base. — Heidi Fuller-Love, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026

That tradition crossed the ocean with the community that carried it. — Maansi Srivastava, NPR, 21 July 2026

Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Four Seasons Hotel Singapore offers two experiences that give you an insider’s look into Peranakan cultural traditions. — Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026