This is the 13884th most frequent German word.
feierliche
"Feierliche" means "solemn" or "festive" in English, depending on context.
Here, 'feierlich' is used to describe the adjective phrase 'geschmückte Straße', indicating the street's elaborate decoration appropriate for a special occasion.
Wir spazierten durch die feierlich geschmückte Straße.
We strolled through the festively decorated street.
Here, 'feierliche' describes the noun 'Zeremonie', indicating a formal and ceremonial occasion.
Die feierliche Zeremonie begann mit Musik.
The solemn ceremony began with music.
In this case, 'feierliche' characterizes the noun 'Rede', emphasizing the respectful and celebratory tone of the speech.