Synonyms of traditions

traditions

noun

plural of tradition

1

as in rules

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

• rules
• values
• principles
• customs
• conventions
• standards
• ethics
• heritages
• prescriptions
• norms
• superstitions
• rubrics
• mores
• cultures
• legacies
• modes
• inheritances
• lifestyles
• forms
• folklores
• birthrights
• lores

2

as in mythologies

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

• mythologies
• folklores
• lores
• legends
• myths
• information
• wisdoms
• tales
• legendries
• mythoi
• knowledges
• folktales
• anecdotes
• folklifes
• fables
• yarns
• old wives' tales

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of traditions

Treatments rely on Ayurvedic traditions and Eastern healing philosophies. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026

The Second Annual Shabbat 1000 at the Gale Young Jewish professionals come together for a night of dinner, cocktails and Shabbat traditions hosted by the nonprofit YJP Miami. — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

The artwork introduced tension between Indigenous traditions and Western conventions through the inclusion of Mai’s robe, turban and hand tattoos. — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

The 2026 La Habra Corn Festival will blend popular, long-standing traditions with several new additions designed to broaden community appeal and boost attendance. — Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 18 Aug. 2026

Reflecting the breadth of the global Black experience, the section highlights distinctive voices across genres, forms, and storytelling traditions. — Jack Dunn, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026

That’s a good thing for bourbon and Scotch fans alike, because the latest release from Bardstown Bourbon Company fuses both traditions into a unique, delicious, and already award-winning whiskey. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

For some Muslim intellectuals and travelers, Japan’s modernization and its victory over Russia was proof that Asian nations need not be subservient to Europe or abandon their own cultural traditions. — Mimi Hanaoka, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026

Maybe if the lackluster training traditions ain’t broke, don’t fix it? — Rashad Alexander august 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026