Synonyms of the word

formalities

• n. plural of formality.

ceremonial

• adj. Of, relating to, or used in a ceremony; ritual or formal.
• adj. (archaic) Observant of forms; ceremonious.
• n. A ceremony, or series of ceremonies, prescribed by ritual.

ceremony

• n. A ritual with religious significance.
• n. An official gathering to celebrate, commemorate, or otherwise mark some event.
• n. A formal socially established behaviour, often in relation to people of different ranks.
• n. (obsolete) An omen or portent.

formality

• n. (uncountable) The state of being formal.
• n. Something said or done as a matter of form.
• n. A customary ritual without new or unique meaning.
• n. (countable) A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.

observance

• n. The practice of complying with a law, custom, command or rule.
• n. The custom of celebrating a holiday or similar occasion.
• n. Observation or the act of watching.
• n. (religion) A rule governing a religious order, especially in the Roman Catholic church.