Meaning & Definition of Ritual in English
English⟶
Ritual
/rɪʧuəl/
noun
1. Any customary observance or practice
synonym:
- ritual,
- rite
2. The prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies
synonym:
- ritual
3. Stereotyped behavior
synonym:
- ritual
adjective
1. Of or relating to or characteristic of religious rituals
- "Ritual killing"
synonym:
- ritual
2. Of or relating to or employed in social rites or rituals
- "A ritual dance of haiti"
- "Sedate little colonial tribe with its ritual tea parties"- nadine gordimer
synonym:
- ritual