ceremonious
[ ser-uh-moh-nee-uhs ]
/ ˌsɛr əˈmoʊ ni əs /
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ceremonious
/ (ˌsɛrɪˈməʊnɪəs) /
adjective
especially or excessively polite or formal
observing ceremony; involving formalities
Derived forms of ceremonious
ceremoniously, adverbceremoniousness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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