Ceremonious
Pronunciation : Cer`e*mo"ni*ous
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [Cf. F. c?r?monieux, L. Caerimoniosus.]
Definition : 1. Consisting of outward forms and rites; ceremonial.
Note: [In this sense ceremonial is now preferred.] The ceremonious part of His worship. South.
2. According to prescribed or customary rules and forms; devoted to forms and ceremonies; formally respectful; punctilious. "Ceremonious phrases." Addison. Too ceremonious and traditional. Shak.
Syn. -- Formal; precise; exact. See Formal.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913