coronation: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “coronation” mean?
The formal ceremony of crowning a sovereign, typically a monarch.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The formal ceremony of crowning a sovereign, typically a monarch.
Any ceremony or event that formally installs or celebrates the beginning of a new leader, champion, or era in a non-royal context.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The word is far more common in British English due to the active monarchy. In American English, it is primarily used in historical contexts or metaphorically.
Connotations
In British English, it evokes strong cultural and historical resonance. In American English, it often carries a neutral or foreign connotation.
Frequency
Substantially higher frequency in British English.
Grammar
How to Use “coronation” in a Sentence
attend the coronationperform the coronationmark the coronation oflead to his/her coronationVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “coronation” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The coronation robes were magnificent.
- We watched the coronation procession.
American English
- The coronation ceremony was televised.
- He bought a coronation anniversary stamp.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare; occasionally metaphorical, e.g., 'the coronation of the new CEO.'
Academic
Used in historical, political, and cultural studies discussing monarchy or leadership transitions.
Everyday
Rare, except when discussing specific royal events or in metaphorical, jocular use.
Technical
Not used in technical contexts.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “coronation”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “coronation”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “coronation”
- Misspelling as 'corronation' or 'corronation'.
- Using 'coronation' as a verb (correct verb: 'to crown').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Primarily yes, but it is often used metaphorically for the formal installation or celebration of any leader or champion.
The verb is 'to crown'. 'Coronation' is the noun for the ceremony where crowning occurs.
In modern monarchies, they are rare events, typically occurring only once per reign, often several decades apart.
It is typically neutral or positive, but can be used ironically or critically to imply an undeserved or overly ceremonial accession to power.
The formal ceremony of crowning a sovereign, typically a monarch.
Coronation is usually formal in register.
Coronation: in British English it is pronounced /ˌkɒr.əˈneɪ.ʃən/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌkɔːr.əˈneɪ.ʃən/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “a coronation of sorts”
- “coronation of a champion”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
CORONAtion involves placing a CROWN (from Latin 'corona') on the sovereign's head.
Conceptual Metaphor
BEGINNING A REIGN IS A CROWNING; ACHIEVING THE HIGHEST HONOUR IS BEING CROWNED.
Practice
Quiz
In which context is the word 'coronation' LEAST likely to be used?