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ceremonious

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective ceremonious has 1 sense
  1. ceremonious, conventional - rigidly formal or bound by convention; "their ceremonious greetings did not seem heartfelt"
    Antonym: informal (indirect, via formal)

Definitions from the Web

Ceremonious

Adjective

  1. marked by formality and ritual; appropriate to a ceremony; formal; conventional.
  2. characterized by or adhering to strict etiquette or decorum; punctilious.
  3. consisting of or pertaining to ceremonies.

Senses:

Sense 1: marked by formality and ritual; appropriate to a ceremony; formal; conventional.

Sample Sentence: The president's speech was highly ceremonious, filled with official protocols and customs.

Sense 2: characterized by or adhering to strict etiquette or decorum; punctilious.

Sample Sentence: The office receptionist greeted each visitor in a ceremonious manner, displaying politeness and professionalism.

Sense 3: consisting of or pertaining to ceremonies.

Sample Sentence: The wedding ceremony was performed in a beautifully decorated and ceremonious hall.

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