How to Pronounce "ritualistic"
word
ˌɹɪtʃuəˈɫɪstɪk
ri-choo-uh-LIS-tik
ɹˌɪtʃuːəlˈɪstɪk
ri-CHOO-uhl-IS-tik
Definition
Something that is ritualistic is related to or done as part of a ritual or a set ceremonial practice. It often suggests that an action is repeated in a fixed, symbolic way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹɪtʃuəˈɫɪstɪk
British English
ɹˌɪtʃuːəlˈɪstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-choo-uh-LIS-tik
UK
ri-CHOO-uhl-IS-tik
Listen in Context
The festival includes many ritualistic dances.
He has a ritualistic way of making tea every morning.
Some animals show ritualistic behavior to attract mates.
Their meetings always have a kind of ritualistic opening that never changes.