ceremonious (Meaning)
ceremonious (a)
characterized by pomp and ceremony and stately display
ceremonious (s)
rigidly formal or bound by convention
ceremonious (a.)
Consisting of outward forms and rites; ceremonial. [In this sense ceremonial is now preferred.]
According to prescribed or customary rules and forms; devoted to forms and ceremonies; formally respectful; punctilious.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ceremonious
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ceremonious Sentence Examples
- The diplomat greeted the visiting dignitaries with a ceremonious bow.
- The queen's arrival was met with ceremonious fanfare and applause.
- The formal dinner was a ceremonious affair, with guests dressed in their finest attire.
- The military parade was a ceremonious display of precision and discipline.
- The graduation ceremony was conducted in a ceremonious manner, with speeches and awards.
- The knight was bestowed with a ceremonious title in recognition of his bravery.
- The ambassador presented his credentials to the foreign minister in a ceremonious ceremony.
- The wedding was a ceremonious event, complete with vows and rings exchanged.
- The state funeral was a solemn and ceremonious occasion, honoring the deceased's service.
- The president's inauguration was a ceremonious event, attended by dignitaries from around the world.
FAQs About the word ceremonious
characterized by pomp and ceremony and stately display, rigidly formal or bound by conventionConsisting of outward forms and rites; ceremonial. [In this sense c
nice, solemn, proper,formal, decorous,correct, civil, stilted, starchy, stiff
improper, unceremonious, casual, improper, unceremonious, informal, casual, easygoing, easygoing,informal
The diplomat greeted the visiting dignitaries with a ceremonious bow.
The queen's arrival was met with ceremonious fanfare and applause.
The formal dinner was a ceremonious affair, with guests dressed in their finest attire.
The military parade was a ceremonious display of precision and discipline.
