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

The writers of the Beat generation adopted ideas and images from cultural traditions ranging from Buddhism to jazz. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 21 July 2026

The finished piece becomes a small keepsake tied to one of Costa Rica’s most recognizable craft traditions. — Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

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

Beyond finding the perfect gift, Fishel said that to her, the holidays are about carrying on traditions that matter most. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 21 July 2026

The best experiences borrow from every part of the day, including the outfit, the pregame meal, the traditions and the postgame hang. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

In this film by Mira Nair, based on the novel by Jhumpa Lahiri, the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their native India and blending into American culture after moving from Calcutta to New York. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 14 July 2026

Watching Quinn compete on one of tennis’ biggest stages while experiencing Wimbledon’s traditions ultimately became the highlight of the trip. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026