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

Spectators lined the route as the procession passed, featuring religious traditions, horses and participants riding electric motorcycles. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 1 Nov. 2026

The former electronic music has roots in disco, dub reggae, hip-hop—traditions in which the DJ, in search of records fresher and wilder than those in rival crates, is a central figure, urging producers to new heights of ingenuity. — Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 31 Oct. 2026

And, to celebrate NBC’s holiday traditions, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Christmas in Rockefeller Center, Sheinelle Jones joined the Radio City Rockettes for a sparkly dance routine. — Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2026

Spanning 30,500 square feet, the museum houses 19 permanent exhibits that explore everything from presidential and papal funerals to historic hearses, cremation, mourning traditions, and funeral customs from around the world. — Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026

There are several different depictions across various art traditions in India. — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026

Some traditions can stay, some can shift and some can wait until next year. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

Lumsden, like so many of us, had a spring cleaning with her family traditions. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Oct. 2026

And Saul says that younger heirs often want to preserve their family’s charitable traditions while giving in ways that reflect their own values. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026