Synonyms for

Parades

Verb / pɜ:ˈeɪdz / Another word for parades — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A public procession, typically including a marching band, held in honor of an event, person, or day.

Synonyms & similar words

troop exhibit parade march promenade procession march march-past cavalcade motorcade pageant review show spectacle display exhibition fanfare flourish pomp pagaentry jamboree celebration festival carnival

Synonyms by register

Formal

processions demonstrations marches displays

Informal

shows spectacles rallies

Literary

pageants processions triumphs

Antonyms

disband disperse scatter rout retreat

Common collocations

  • street parades
  • military parades
  • victory parades
  • holiday parades
  • annual parades
  • hold parades
  • watch parades

Word family

noun parade
verb parade

Usage note

The noun 'parades' refers to organized public processions. The verb 'parade' means to march in such a procession or to display oneself ostentatiously.

Example sentences

  1. The parade was led by a marching band.
  2. We went to the Thanksgiving Day parade.
  3. The parade was full of colorful floats and balloons.
  4. We saw clowns and jugglers in the parade.
  5. The parade lasted for two hours.

Quotes

  • Life is a parade of changes.
  • The parade we create for ourselves in life is more important than the one we attend.
  • The parade of life only goes in one direction.

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