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RITUAL

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Ritual.

How to pronounce ritual:

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Ritual - as an adjective

Of or relating to or characteristic of religious rituals

Example: "Ritual killing"

Of or relating to or employed in social rites or rituals

Example: "A ritual dance of haiti"

Ritual - as a noun

Any customary observance or practice

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rite4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
custom10usage6usance8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pattern9practice14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stereotyped behavior

Example Sentences

"The wedding ceremony included many traditional rituals."
"Every morning, he followed a strict grooming ritual."
"The tribe performed sacred rituals to honor their ancestors."
"The annual festival celebrates the harvest with a variety of rituals."
"The Buddhist monk practices daily meditation as part of his ritual."
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Word Game Points

Is RITUAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ritual is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RITUAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is RITUAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ritual is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RITUAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is RITUAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ritual is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RITUAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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