coronation
UK: ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən | US: ˌkɔːrəˈneɪʃən
n. the act or ceremony of crowning a sovereign or their consort
n. a celebration or formal investiture marking the beginning of a reign
coronation = coron<crown> + ation<noun suffix>
- coron<crown>: From Latin corona (wreath, crown), reflecting the ceremonial headpiece symbolizing authority.
- ation<noun suffix>: A suffix forming nouns denoting an action or process (e.g., "celebration").
Etymology Origin:
Derived from Latin coronatio, the word entered Middle English via Old French coronacion. The root coron- preserves the core imagery of crowning, while -ation systematizes the concept as a formal event. The term’s evolution mirrors the ritual’s enduring cultural significance, from Roman laurel wreaths to medieval monarchic rites.
The coronation of the new king was attended by dignitaries worldwide.
Preparations for the queen’s coronation took over a year.
The coronation ceremony symbolizes the transfer of power.
Ancient coronations often included religious rituals.
The televised coronation drew millions of viewers.