Rite

/raɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A ceremonial act or series of acts prescribed by ritual, especially a religious ceremony.

The rite of passage into adulthood varies greatly among different cultures.

A formal or ceremonial act of a specific kind.

The rite of coronation is an important tradition in many monarchies.

An established or prescribed procedure for a religious or other solemn ceremony.

They performed the rite of marriage in a grand cathedral.

A custom or practice that is followed in a specific context.

The annual rite of spring includes various festivals and celebrations.

Middle English, from Latin 'ritus', meaning 'rite, religious service.'

rite of passage

A ceremony or event marking an important stage in someone's life.

rite of spring

A festival or celebration marking the arrival of spring.

last rites

The religious or spiritual service given to someone at the point of death.

ritual

A series of actions or type of behavior regularly and invariably followed by someone.

ceremony

A formal event held on a special occasion.

liturgy

A form or formulary according to which religious worship is conducted.

An informal term used to reference the importance of an event or action.

Attending that concert was a rite for fans of the band.

A cultural practice that has become a common social activity.

Going to the midnight release of a game has become a rite among gamers.