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Ritual

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definition:

A ritual is a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to prescribed order. It can also refer to a series of actions or type of behavior regularly and invariably followed by someone.

Senses and Usages:

1. Religious Ceremony:

Example Sentence: The priest led the ritual to celebrate the beginning of the harvest season.

2. Personal Routine:

Example Sentence: Every morning, she followed a strict ritual of yoga and meditation.

3. Traditional Observance:

Example Sentence: The locals have a ritual of lighting candles during the festival of Diwali.

4. Social Custom:

Example Sentence: It is a ritual in their culture to exchange gifts on birthdays.

Adjective:

The adjective form of ritual describes something related to or done as a ritual.

Example Sentence: The family performed a ritual dance to bless their new home.