rite

The word “rite” has 1 syllable: rite

It's pronounced as /raɪt/


What is synonym and antonym for rite?

In the thesaurus, “rite” has 26 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for rite along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for rite

Meanings of rite

  • noun
    1. A religious custom.
    2. (by extension) A prescribed behavior.
    3. That which complies with justice, law or reason.
    4. A legal, just or moral entitlement.
    5. The right side or direction.
    6. The right hand or fist.
    7. The ensemble of right-wing political parties; political conservatives as a group.
    8. The outward or most finished surface, as of a coin, piece of cloth, a carpet, etc.
    9. A wave breaking from right to left (viewed from the shore).
  • adjective
    1. Straight, not bent.
    2. Of an angle, having a size of 90 degrees, or one quarter of a complete rotation; the angle between two perpendicular lines.
    3. Of a geometric figure, incorporating a right angle between edges, faces, axes, etc.
    4. Complying with justice, correctness or reason; correct, just, true.
    5. Appropriate, perfectly suitable; fit for purpose.
    6. Healthy, sane, competent.
    7. Real; veritable (used emphatically).
    8. All right; not requiring assistance.
    9. Most favourable or convenient; fortunate.
    10. Designating the side of the body which is positioned to the east if one is facing north. This arrow points to the reader's right: →.
    11. Designed to be placed or worn outward.
    12. Pertaining to the political right; conservative.
  • adverb
    1. On the right side.
    2. Towards the right side.
    3. Exactly, precisely.
    4. Immediately, directly.
    5. Very, extremely, quite.
    6. According to fact or truth; actually; truly; really.
    7. In a correct manner.
    8. (still used in some titles) To a great extent or degree.
  • interjection
    1. Yes, that is correct; I agree.
    2. I agree with whatever you say; I have no opinion.
    3. Signpost word to change the subject in a discussion or discourse.
    4. Used to check agreement at the end of an utterance.
    5. Used to add seriousness or decisiveness before a statement.

Example Sentences

  • The priest performed the rite of baptism for the child.
  • Many cultures have unique rites to celebrate the coming of age.
  • The wedding rite was held according to local traditions.
  • Initiation rites often involve symbolic acts and rituals.
  • The festival included several sacred rites that honored the ancestors.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms or another words to rite, such as: amenities, celebration, ceremonial, ceremony, civility, convention, custom.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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