coronation
4 synonyms for coronation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The ceremony in which a monarch is formally crowned and given the other symbols of royal authority.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use coronation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
royal coronation
coronation ceremony
coronation day
Etymology
From Old French coronacion, tracing back to Latin corona, "crown" — the same root as "crown" and "corona".
Full origin of coronation →Frequently asked questions
What does “coronation” mean?
The word “coronation” means the ceremony in which a monarch is formally crowned and given the other symbols of royal authority. In plain terms, the official crowning ceremony for a king or queen, or by extension the crowning moment of any achievement.
How do you pronounce “coronation”?
“Coronation” is pronounced ko-ruh-NAYSHN (/ˌkɔɹəˈneɪʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).
How do you use “coronation” in a sentence?
Here is “coronation” used in a sentence: “Millions watched the coronation live on television.”
What part of speech is “coronation”?
“Coronation” is a noun.
Where does the word “coronation” come from?
The word “coronation” comes from Latin. From Old French coronacion, tracing back to Latin corona, "crown" — the same root as "crown" and "corona".
Is “coronation” a common word?
“Coronation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “coronation” have?
“Coronation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ceremony in which a monarch is formally crowned and given the other symbols of royal authority.
