Definition of «ritualistic»

Usage examples

1. In many cultures, there are various ritualistic ceremonies performed during weddings, such as exchanging rings, reciting vows, and throwing rice on the couple.
2. Every morning, the Buddhist monks engage in a ritualistic practice of meditation and chanting to start their day.
3. The Samoan fire dance is a popular ritualistic performance where dancers manipulate fire and perform acrobatics to honor their ancestors.
4. In ancient Egypt, the mummification process was a highly ritualistic procedure involving multiple steps to preserve the bodies of the deceased.
5. Some professional athletes follow a ritualistic routine before games, such as wearing specific clothing, listening to certain songs, or performing personal rituals for good luck.
6. Certain religious ceremonies involve ritualistic acts like burning incense, lighting candles, or reciting prayers in a specific order.
7. Wicca, a modern pagan religious movement, includes many ritualistic practices including spellcasting, circle casting, and invoking deities.
8. The indigenous tribes of the Amazon rainforest have ritualistic practices involving the use of hallucinogens like ayahuasca to communicate with the spiritual world.
9. Yoga practitioners often incorporate ritualistic gestures, or mudras, into their practice to enhance their focus and energy flow.
10. Many organizations have ritualistic traditions, such as annual awards ceremonies or initiation rituals for new members.