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Ritualism vs Ceremonial - What's the difference?

ritualism | ceremonial |

As a noun ritualism

is the belief that it is necessary for rites or repeated sets of actions to be carried out.

As an adjective ceremonial is

ceremonial.

ritualism

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The belief that it is necessary for rites or repeated sets of actions to be carried out.

    • ceremonial

    English

    Alternative forms

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    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Of, relating to, or used in a ceremony; ritual or formal.
  • * Hallam
    • Ceremonial observances and outward show.
  • (archaic) Observant of forms; ceremonious.
    • (Donne)
  • * Dryden
    • He moves in the dull ceremonial track.

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A ceremony, or series of ceremonies, prescribed by ritual.