coronation
Translation
coronation
Examples
The coronation of the new king was a grand event.
The coronation of the new king was a grand event.
She wore a beautiful dress to the coronation.
She wore a beautiful dress to the coronation.
Grammar Patterns
the coronation of ((sb.)) the ceremony of crowning a sovereign The coronation of the king was televised.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enthronement, inauguration
Etymology
From Latin 'corona' (crown). The suffix '-ation' denotes an action or process.
Memory Tips
Imagine placing a 'corona' (crown) on a monarch's head during a big celebr'ation'.