Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ritualism
Noun
/ˈrɪtʃuəlɪzəm/
Definition
Ritualism refers to the strict adherence to customs, rituals, or formal practices, often in a religious context.
Examples
- The community’s ritualism was evident in their annual festivals that followed age-old traditions.
- Many followers criticized the ritualism of the church, emphasizing the importance of personal faith over ceremonial practices.
Meaning
The belief that rituals, rather than the underlying principles or ideas, are of primary importance in a religious or social setting.
Synonyms
- Ceremonialism
- Formality
- Conventionalism
- Ritualistic practice
