processional
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /prəˈsɛʃənl/
KK: /prəˈsɛʃənl/
adjective
Definition
Related to a ceremonial or formal procession, often involving a group of people moving together in an organized way.
Example
The processional music played as the graduates walked into the auditorium.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more processional
Superlative: most processional
Conversation
Are you going to the processional this weekend?
Yes, I heard it's going to be really beautiful!
I can't wait to see all the processional outfits everyone will wear.
Me too! It's always so colorful and festive.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ceremonial
formal
ritualistic
Antonyms
informal
casual
spontaneous
noun
Definition
A book or piece of music used during a religious ceremony or procession, often containing rituals or hymns.
Example
The choir sang a beautiful processional as the clergy entered the church.
Conversation
Are you going to the church service this Sunday?
Yeah, I heard they will have a special processional for the occasion.
That sounds interesting! What kind of music will they play during the processional?
Root Explanation
Processional → It is formed from "processus" (from Latin, meaning a progression or advance) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "processional" refers to something that is related to a procession or a series of steps taken in order.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'progression' ('processus') that is 'related to' ('-al') a ceremonial movement or event, which helps you remember that 'processional' pertains to a procession.
Visually Confused Words
professional
precessional
progressional
recessional
unprofessional
retrocessional
professionally
possessional