Search Dictionary
Definition of traditionally

traditionally

/trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl.i/
tra · di · tion · al · ly
Adjective:traditional
JUMP TO:

traditionally Lexical Profile

traditionally Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

As part of a long-established custom, practice, or belief; in a way that has been handed down from generation to generation.

Example

"This festive dish is traditionally prepared with roasted chestnuts and fresh herbs."

2

According to legend, oral history, or popular belief rather than verified historical documentation.

Example

"The ancient chapel is traditionally held to be the burial site of the region's first king."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for traditionally
Antonyms
View all antonyms for traditionally

• Rhymes for traditionally

• Nearby Words

tradition
traditional
traditionalist
traditionally
traffic
trafficker
trafficking

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'traditional' plus the suffix '-ly', tracing back through Old French to the Latin 'traditio', meaning a 'giving up' or 'handing down', from the verb 'tradere' ('to deliver' or 'bequeath').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Traditionally. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/traditionally
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.