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Meaning of ritualistic
The primary meaning of "ritualistic" refers to the performance of rituals or ceremonies, often in a formal or traditional manner.
Etymology of ritualistic
The word "ritualistic" has its roots in the Latin word "ritualis," meaning "of or pertaining to rites or ceremonies," which is derived from "ritus," meaning "rite" or "ceremony"
The term "ritualistic" emerged in the 17th century to describe practices or behaviors that are characterized by a strict adherence to traditional or formal rituals
Synonyms
ceremonial
formal
traditional
conventional
orthodox
rigid
inflexible
unyielding
stubborn
obstinate
dogmatic
formulaic
habitual
customary
usual
normal
standard
formalistic
perfunctory
mechanical
automatic
compulsive
obsessive
repetitive
methodical
systematic
thorough
meticulous
scrupulous
punctilious
strict
severe
austere
solemn
sacrosanct
inviolable
unchanging
unchanged
unalterable
Definitions
- Relating to or characteristic of ritual, especially in being excessively formal or conventional
- * Performing or performing in rituals, especially in a formal or traditional manner
Usage Examples
- The ritualistic dance was performed by the tribe to mark the changing of the seasons
- * The company's ritualistic approach to meetings made them seem overly formal and unproductive