Basic Details
Word: Ceremoniously
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a formal and respectful manner, often related to ceremonies or special occasions.
Synonyms: Formally, ceremonially, officially
Antonyms: Informally, casually
Idioms and Phrases
- To roll out the red carpet: To give someone a special welcome or treatment. Example: "The school rolled out the red carpet for the visiting dignitaries at the ceremony."
- All pomp and circumstance: A situation that is very showy or formal, often without real value. Example: "The graduation was filled with all pomp and circumstance, but we were mostly excited to receive our diplomas."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The students were ceremoniously presented with their awards during the annual prize-giving ceremony.
Example 2: She ceremoniously placed the crown on the head of the new queen in front of the cheering crowd.
Example 3: The soldiers marched ceremoniously to honour their fallen comrades during the remembrance service.
Fun Fact
The term "ceremonious" comes from the Latin word "caerimonia," which means "a religious rite" or "sacred duty." It highlights the importance of formal rituals and customs in various cultures throughout history.
Famous Quote
"Ceremony is the soul of society." Thomas Carlyle
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ceremoniously" mean?
a) In a casual manner
b) In a formal and respectful manner
c) In a loud manner
d) In a quick manner
Answer: b) In a formal and respectful manner
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ceremoniously"?
a) Casually
b) Formally
c) Happily
d) Silently
Answer: b) Formally
3. What is an antonym of "ceremoniously"?
a) Officially
b) Formally
c) Casually
d) Respectfully
Answer: c) Casually
4. Which sentence uses "ceremoniously" correctly?
a) She ceremoniously ate her lunch in front of the television.
b) He ceremoniously wore his favourite shirt to the party.
c) They ceremoniously opened the new library with a special event.
d) The cat ceremoniously chased the butterfly in the garden.
Answer: c) They ceremoniously opened the new library with a special event.
5. Which idiom relates to "ceremoniously"?
a) All pomp and circumstance
b) A piece of cake
c) Cost an arm and a leg
d) On cloud nine
Answer: a) All pomp and circumstance
