adj

ritualistic

riht-shoo-uh-LIHS-tihk

Ritualistic (adj) means Carried out in a fixed, ceremony-like way, following a set pattern. Example: “His pre-match routine was almost ritualistic in its precision.”

adj

Carried out in a fixed, ceremony-like way, following a set pattern.

"His pre-match routine was almost ritualistic in its precision."

Overly attached to habit or routine, done automatically rather than with real thought.

"The meeting had become ritualistic, with no one really listening."

How to use ritualistic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDone in a fixed, repetitive, ceremony-like way — can be neutral (like a religious rite) or slightly critical (mindless routine).

Word forms

more ritualistic comparative, most ritualistic superlative

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Etymology

From "ritual" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-istic."

Rhymes for ritualistic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ritualistic” mean?

The word “ritualistic” means carried out in a fixed, ceremony-like way, following a set pattern. In plain terms, done in a fixed, repetitive, ceremony-like way — can be neutral (like a religious rite) or slightly critical (mindless routine).

How do you pronounce “ritualistic”?

“Ritualistic” is pronounced riht-shoo-uh-LIHS-tihk (/ˌɹɪt͡ʃuəˈlɪstɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “ritualistic” in a sentence?

Here is “ritualistic” used in a sentence: “His pre-match routine was almost ritualistic in its precision.”

What part of speech is “ritualistic”?

“Ritualistic” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “ritualistic” have?

“Ritualistic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: carried out in a fixed, ceremony-like way, following a set pattern.