liturgy

Definitions

A form or formulary according to which public religious worship, especially Christian worship, is conducted.

A prescribed body of rites or observances for public worship.

Examples

The priest followed the ancient liturgy during the Sunday morning service.

The study of Christian liturgy provides deep insight into the historical development of worship practices.

Synonyms

ritual ceremony worship rite service observance sacrament

Antonyms

informality spontaneity secularism improvisation disorder nonconformity profanity