venerable tradition

Frequency: 6.22.8 per million words

Refers to a custom or belief that has existed for a long time and is respected.

venerableADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

tradition

Examples (10)

  • The university upholds a venerable tradition of academic excellence.
  • Many ancient cultures cherish a venerable tradition of storytelling.
  • Despite modern changes, the village maintained its venerable tradition of communal feasts.
  • The ceremony followed a venerable tradition passed down through generations.
  • It is a venerable tradition for the family to gather every Christmas.
  • He respected the venerable tradition of master craftsmanship.
  • This particular art form represents a venerable tradition in the region.
  • They sought to revive a venerable tradition that had almost been forgotten.
  • The country's legal system is built upon a venerable tradition of common law.
  • Preserving this venerable tradition is crucial for cultural identity.