Festivities: meaning, definitions and examples
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festivities
[ ˌfɛstɪˈvɪtiz ]
during holidays
The festivities refer to the celebrations and activities that take place during holidays or special occasions, typically involving feasting, dancing, and socializing.
Synonyms
celebrations, festive events, merrymaking, revelry.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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festivities |
Typically used to describe a series of joyful events or activities linked to a special occasion or holiday.
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celebrations |
Used to describe the act of marking a special occasion with activities, parties, or ceremonies—commonly involving collective joy.
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revelry |
Describes lively and noisy festivities, often involving drinking and dancing. It may carry a slightly negative or rowdy connotation.
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merrymaking |
Refers to the act of having fun and enjoying oneself, often with dancing, eating, and drinking; has an old-fashioned undertone.
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festive events |
Used to describe specific activities marked by joyful, holiday-related themes. Often organized and planned with a festive spirit.
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Examples of usage
- The town was alive with festivities during the annual summer carnival.
- The Christmas festivities included carol singing and a visit from Santa Claus.
Translations
Translations of the word "festivities" in other languages:
🇵🇹 festividades
🇮🇳 उत्सव
🇩🇪 Feierlichkeiten
🇮🇩 perayaan
🇺🇦 святкування
🇵🇱 uroczystości
🇯🇵 祝祭
🇫🇷 festivités
🇪🇸 festividades
🇹🇷 şenlikler
🇰🇷 축제
🇸🇦 احتفالات
🇨🇿 slavnosti
🇸🇰 slávnosti
🇨🇳 庆典
🇸🇮 praznovanja
🇮🇸 hátíðir
🇰🇿 мерекелер
🇬🇪 დღესასწაულები
🇦🇿 bayramlar
🇲🇽 festividades
Etymology
The word 'festivities' originated from the Latin word 'festivitas', which means 'festival' or 'celebration'. Festivals and celebrations have been a part of human culture for centuries, bringing people together to commemorate special events or occasions. The term 'festivities' embodies the joy, social gatherings, and traditions associated with these festive moments.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #14,966, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 14963 ambivalent
- 14964 reigning
- 14965 replete
- 14966 festivities
- 14967 profuse
- 14968 spire
- 14969 millimeter
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