Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Observance.
How to pronounce observance:
US
Observance - as a noun
The act of observing; taking a patient look
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
observation16watching17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
look8looking12looking atHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A formal event performed on a special occasion
Example: "A ceremony commemorating pearl harbor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ceremonial14ceremonial occasionceremony15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affair12function13occasion12social functionsocial occasionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
circumstance20funeral10obsequy21hymeneals17
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The act of noticing or paying attention
Example: "He escaped the notice of the police"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
notice8observation16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attending11attention9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Conformity with law or custom or practice etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
honoring12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
abidance13compliance18conformation19conformity20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
nonobservance20Example Sentences
"She participated in the religious observance at the temple."
"The observance of national holidays is important to maintain a sense of unity."
"The strict observance of the rules is necessary to ensure safety."
"The festival is celebrated with great observance in our community."
"He failed to attend the observance of his friend's wedding ceremony."
Word Game Points
Is OBSERVANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, observance is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OBSERVANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is OBSERVANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, observance is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOBSERVANCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is OBSERVANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, observance is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOBSERVANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
