Synonyms of recessional

recessional

noun

as in processional

Related Words

• processional
• oratorio
• dirge
• mass
• hallelujah
• paean
• requiem
• anthem
• hymn
• psalm
• lament
• chorale
• spiritual
• carol
• Gloria Patri
• threnody
• canticle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recessional

During the nuptials, a full brass band consisting of 12 horn musicians played during the recessional and led all guests into the cocktail hour. — Emily Strohm, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026

At the end of the ceremony, Paris and Théo performed a galliard—a dance from the Renaissance era—as their recessional. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2024

Students were still advised to maintain social distance before the recessional began. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2022

As a surprise to guests, the couple hired the band Hudson Horns to play for their recessional. — New York Times, 12 Mar. 2021

In about 10 seconds, the same newlyweds will teleport back to square one and start the recessional all over again. — Laurence Scott, Wired, 2 Mar. 2020

Wolf said he is committed to student expression and cited Glendale High recently adding a recessional to its ceremony that allows the senior class to select one or two songs that represent the graduating group. — Andrew J. Campa, Glendale News-Press, 23 July 2019