coronation
Noun
Medium difficulty
What does “coronation” mean?
noun.the ceremony of crowning a sovereign or a sovereign's consort.
SAT Usage
This term often appears in historical or literary contexts, emphasizing the solemnity and grandeur associated with royal ceremonies. It implies not just the act of crowning but also the associated traditions, power dynamics, and societal expectations, distinguishing it from simpler terms like "crowning," which lack this ceremonial weight.
Common Confusions
Coronation implies a formal and ceremonial crowning of a sovereign, while crowning usually suggests the simple act of placing a crown on someone’s head without the accompanying traditions and significance.
Do not choose coronation if the context emphasizes a celebration or event unrelated to the crowning of a sovereign or a sovereign's consort rather than the ceremony of crowning a sovereign or a sovereign's consort.
Example Sentences
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The coronation of the new queen was a lavish ceremony.