Noun: ritualism 'ri-choo-u,li-zum
- Exaggerated emphasis on the importance of rites or ritualistic forms in worship
"Some critics argue that excessive ritualism can overshadow the spiritual aspects of religion"; "The church's ritualism was evident in every aspect of the service"
- The study of religious or magical rites and ceremonies
"His research in ritualism focused on ancient Egyptian burial practices"
Derived forms: ritualisms
Type of: cultural anthropology, pattern, practice, social anthropology
Encyclopedia: Ritualism