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

Each of the homes is beautifully decorated for the holiday season with the homeowners’ individual styles and family traditions, organizers said. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

The book celebrates the family's Southern, Sicilian and Cajun roots with recipes, entertaining tips and treasured traditions designed to bring loved ones together. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Custom-made over hundreds of hours, dripping in diamonds, and often worth millions, the dazzling creation is one of the show’s most iconic traditions. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026

The result is five limited-edition pens that reference or incorporate the nation’s craft traditions. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026

The approximately 20-minute concerto draws on Venezuelan folk harp traditions and features a solo harp accompanied by a chamber orchestra. — Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

The film’s multigenerational story touches on the cultural inheritance passed between mothers, daughters and grandmothers — whether through old traditions or ordinary rituals. — Johanna Ferreira, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

San Antonio is losing one of its longtime Día de los Muertos celebrations traditions this year, as Planet K has canceled its annual festival at Woodlawn Lake Park over concerns about immigration enforcement. — Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Oct. 2026

Spending time together brings out their humor and fighting spirit, alongside emotional stories and traditions passed down through generations. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026