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Ceremony

UK /["/ˈserəməni/"]/US /["/ˈserəməʊni/"]/

Definition

a public or religious occasion that includes a series of formal or traditional actions

In simple words: A special event or occasion, often with formal actions.

Examples

The graduation ceremony was held outdoors this year.
They planned a beautiful wedding ceremony at the beach.
A ceremony of remembrance was organized for the fallen soldiers.
He was invited to the award ceremony to receive his trophy.
The ceremony included traditional dances and performances.

Usage notes

Used in formal contexts, like weddings, graduations, or awards. Avoid using in casual conversations unless it's about a specific event.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'ceremony' as a 'serial' of special moments, like a series of important events.

Collocations

brief
short
quiet
conduct
officiate
officiate at
take place
commemorate something
honour/honor somebody/something
at a/the ceremony
during a/the ceremony
in a/the ceremony
stand on
without ceremony
pomp and ceremony
with great ceremony

Synonyms

celebration
ritual
observance
event
function

Antonyms

disregard
neglect
informality

Common mistakes

Confusing 'ceremony' with 'ceremonial' which is an adjective.
Using 'ceremony' as a verb, which it is not.
Mispronouncing it as 'seremony' instead of 'ceremony'.