FOLKWAY Synonyms
There are 10 hypernyms of the word folkway. (close relations)
Definition of FOLKWAY
folkways
Best Alternative Words for FOLKWAY
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| custom | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • made according to the specifications of an individual noun • accepted or habitual practice • a specific practice of long standing • money collected under a tariff • habitual patronage | ||||||||
| habit | nounn | |||||||
noun • an established custom • (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition • a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order • the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal) • attire that is typically worn by a horseback rider (especially a woman's attire) • excessive use of drugs verb • put a habit on | ||||||||
| practice | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a customary way of operation or behavior • systematic training by multiple repetitions • translating an idea into action • the exercise of a profession • knowledge of how something is usually done verb • carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions • learn by repetition • engage in a rehearsal (of) • avail oneself to • engage in or perform | ||||||||
| ritual | nounn | |||||||
adjective • of or relating to or characteristic of religious rituals • of or relating to or employed in social rites or rituals noun • any customary observance or practice • the prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies • stereotyped behavior | ||||||||
| tradition | nounn | |||||||
noun • an inherited pattern of thought or action • a specific practice of long standing | ||||||||
