ceremonious

Definitions

Relating to or used in a ceremony; formal.

Excessively polite or observant of social formalities.

Examples

The diplomat was greeted with a ceremonious bow that signaled the start of the formal proceedings.

He performed the task of pouring the tea with a ceremonious grace that made the simple act feel like a sacred ritual.

Synonyms

formal stately punctilious decorous ceremonial courtly solemn

Antonyms

informal casual relaxed unceremonious familiar easygoing unconstrained