observances

The word “observances” has 4 syllables: ob-ser-van-ces

It's pronounced as /əbˈzɜːr.vənsɪz/

What is synonym and antonym for observances?

In the thesaurus, “observances” has 45 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for observances along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for observances

abidances
accessions
acquiescences
adherences
amenities
attendances
attentions
celebrations
ceremonials
ceremonies
civilities
compliances
conformances
conformities
conventions
customs
decorums
deferences
etiquettes
formalities
forms
graces
habits
heeds
honors
manners
mores
notices
obediences
observations
practices
practises
proprieties
protocols
regards
respects
rites
rituals
services
solemnities
standards
submissions
surrenders
traditions
ways

Antonyms for observances

breaches
brush-offs
challenges
contraventions
defiances
delinquencies
derelictions
disregards
infractions
infringements
neglects
nonobservances
offences
offenses
rebellions
sins
transgressions
trespasses
violations
wrongs

Meanings of observances

noun
1. The practice of complying with a law, custom, command or rule.
2. The custom of celebrating a holiday or similar occasion.
3. Observation or the act of watching.
4. A rule governing a religious order, especially in the Roman Catholic church.
5. That which is to be observed.
6. Reverence; homage.

Example Sentences

The holiday season is marked by various cultural observances and traditions.
Attendance at religious observances tends to increase during major festivals and holy days.
The military honors fallen soldiers with solemn observances on Memorial Day.
The school encourages students to participate in community service as part of their civic observances.
Many cultures have specific observances to commemorate the changing of seasons and agricultural cycles.

On this page you'll find 65 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to observances, such as: abidances, accessions, acquiescences, adherences, amenities, attendances, attentions.

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