ritualism
ritualism · ritualisms
The belief that it is necessary for rites or repeated sets of actions to be carried outThe belief that it is necessary for rites or repeated sets of actions to be carried out.
Meaning
2 senses(countable, uncountable)The belief that it is necessary for rites or repeated sets of actions to be carried out.
(countable, uncountable)The practice of engaging in rituals.
More definitions
- exaggerated emphasis on the importance of rites or ritualistic forms in worship
- the study of religious or magical rites and ceremonies
Forms
plural: ritualisms| Singular | ritualism |
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Word family
3 related wordsDerivedantiritualism
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable