enthronization
- noun
- /ɪnˌθroʊnɪˈzeɪʃən/
- Formal
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entronización
- The enthronization of the new king was attended by leaders from around the world.
Examples
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Preparations for the enthronization ceremony began months in advance to ensure everything was perfect.
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The cathedral was beautifully decorated for the enthronization of the monarch.
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The enthronization ceremony was a grand affair.
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The enthronization of the new emperor took place in Tokyo.
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The enthronization of the new monarch was a historic event celebrated by thousands of citizens.
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During the enthronization, the crown prince took a solemn oath to serve his people.
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The elaborate enthronization ceremony included traditional rituals and performances.
Synonyms
46
5.3
A ceremony where people place a crown on a new king or queen to show official power
11
4.1
A ceremony that puts someone into an official job
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9.1
A formal ceremony that gives someone an official position, rank or honor with symbols like a badge
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9.0
A formal ceremony that places a new king or queen on the throne
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6.0
A formal event where a king or queen is officially crowned
A public ceremony where people put a crown on a king or queen
How Ceremonial
- Formal
46
5.3
- Formal
- Formal
11
4.1
- Formal
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2.5
Surface Forms
Morphology
enthronization = enthronize (transparent) = en + throne + ize + ation
The transition from 'enthronize' to 'enthronization' is a standard noun formation.
Etymology
The word enthronization comes from the prefix en- ('in' or 'on') plus throne, which comes from an old Greek word meaning 'seat'. So an enthronization is the ceremony of putting a new ruler on their seat, the throne.