Synonyms for

Coronation

Verb / ˌkɔ:rʌˈneɪʃʌn / Another word for coronation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A ceremony in which a monarch is crowned and officially becomes king or queen.

Synonyms & similar words

enthronement investiture enthronisation enthronization crowning enthronement inauguration investiture accession installation instatement enthronization ordination initiation induction proclamation establishment investing appointment institution introduction enthroning inaugurating inducting

Synonyms by register

Formal

investiture inauguration enthronement

Literary

crowning ascension

Antonyms

abdication deposition overthrow resignation dethronement renunciation

Common collocations

  • coronation ceremony
  • coronation day
  • coronation regalia
  • coronation oath
  • coronation service
  • coronation procession
  • coronation banquet

Word family

noun coronation
verb coronate
adjective coronational

Usage note

Coronation specifically refers to the ceremony of crowning a monarch. While 'inauguration' can be a synonym, it is also used for other high offices.

Example sentences

  1. The coronation was a grand affair with lots of music and pageantry.
  2. The king's coronation was attended by many important people.
  3. The coronation ceremony takes place in Westminster Abbey.
  4. The coronation of the new queen was broadcast on television.
  5. The coronation marks the beginning of a new era for the country.

Quotes

  • 'A coronation is a very interesting but a very artificial day, because it's all sort of choreographed and rehearsed,' - Prince William
  • 'The coronation is a symbol of continuity, it is a symbol of stability, it is a symbol of public confidence.' - Queen Elizabeth II
  • 'I was scared to death because for the comic, it's like lightning striking. It rarely happens, but when it does, it's a coronation.' - Jim Carrey

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