Parties: meaning, definitions and examples

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parties

 

[ หˆpษ‘หrtiหz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

social events

Parties are social events where people gather to celebrate, have fun, and socialize. They can range from small gatherings with friends to large events with music, dancing, and food. Parties often have a specific theme or occasion, such as birthdays, holidays, or weddings.

Synonyms

celebration, event, gathering.

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Word Description / Examples
parties

Social occasions where people come together to enjoy themselves, often involving music, dancing, and refreshments.

  • They threw an awesome party for her birthday
  • / The office Christmas party was a huge success
celebration

A joyful occasion marking a special event such as a birthday, anniversary, or holiday.

  • We had a grand celebration for our wedding anniversary
  • / New Year's Eve is a time of celebration around the world
gathering

An informal or formal assembly of people, usually not as lively as a party and can be for various purposes.

  • We had a small family gathering at our house
  • / The community gathering was arranged to discuss local issues
event

A planned public or social occasion which can range from formal gatherings to casual get-togethers.

  • The charity event raised a lot of money for a good cause
  • / The concert was the biggest event of the year

Examples of usage

  • Let's go to Sarah's party on Saturday!
  • There's a big New Year's Eve party at the club.
  • I love hosting dinner parties for my friends.
Context #2 | Noun

political groups

Parties can also refer to political groups or organizations with shared beliefs and goals. In a democracy, political parties compete in elections to gain power and influence government policies. Parties can be classified as left-wing, right-wing, centrist, or based on specific ideologies.

Synonyms

faction, organization, political group.

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parties

Used to describe social gatherings or events where people come together to have fun, celebrate, or relax. Also used to describe political groups in a broad sense.

  • She went to several parties during the holiday season.
  • Both major political parties supported the new law.
political group

Specifically relates to groups of people who come together to influence or control governmental policy and decisions.

  • The new political group aims to promote democratic reforms.
  • Several political groups protested outside the capitol.
organization

Refers to a structured group of people who are working together towards a common goal, often with a formal governance structure.

  • She joined a non-profit organization that helps the homeless.
  • The company is a large organization with many employees.
faction

Used to describe a smaller, organized group within a larger entity that often has its own distinct, sometimes conflicting, agenda. Often carries a negative connotation.

  • The faction within the company wanted a more aggressive business strategy.
  • There is a faction within the party pushing for stricter environmental regulations.

Examples of usage

  • The two major parties in the country are the Democrats and Republicans.
  • She is a member of the Green Party.
  • The party's platform focuses on social justice and equality.

Translations

Translations of the word "parties" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น festas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคฐเฅเคŸเคฟเคฏเฅ‹เค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Partys

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pesta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตั‡ั–ั€ะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ imprezy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒผใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fรชtes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fiestas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท partiler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒํ‹ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญูู„ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ veฤรญrky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ veฤierky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆดพๅฏน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zabave

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ veislur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตัˆั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ partilษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fiestas

Etymology

The word 'parties' originated from the Old French word 'partie', which meant 'part' or 'portion'. Over time, it evolved to refer to social gatherings and political groups. The concept of parties as social events dates back to ancient times when people would come together for celebrations and festivities. In the political context, parties emerged as a way for like-minded individuals to organize and advocate for their beliefs.

Word Frequency Rank

At #644 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.