Ritualized

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɪtʃuəɫˈaɪˈzɛd/

Ritualized (adjective)

  1. Describes actions that are done in a fixed, repeated way, often for a special purpose.

Examples

  • The ceremony was ritualized to enhance its significance.
  • The ritualized actions made the ceremony feel special.

Common collocations: ritualized behavior, ritualized practices, ritualized responses

Synonyms of Ritualized

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Ritualized

  • — refers to actions done without premeditation.
  • — describes a lack of formal organization.