Synonyms for

Celebrate

Verb / ˈselʌˌbreɪt / Another word for celebrate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To observe a special day or event with enjoyable activities or ceremonies.

Synonyms & similar words

observe fete lionise lionize keep commemorate observe honor mark rejoice party festive enjoy cherish praise worship acknowledge recognize salute applaud laud venerate applause acclaim cheer

Synonyms by register

Formal

commemorate observe honor acclaim

Informal

party have a blast have fun go wild

Literary

exult rejoice hail

Antonyms

mourn lament grieve condemn denounce disapprove

Common collocations

  • celebrate a birthday
  • celebrate a victory
  • celebrate success
  • celebrate an anniversary
  • celebrate the holidays
  • celebrate life
  • celebrate a milestone

Word family

noun celebration
verb celebrate
adjective celebratory

Usage note

While 'celebrate' often implies joy and festivity, it can also be used formally to 'observe' an event or occasion, such as a holiday or anniversary. Avoid using informal synonyms in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I like to celebrate holidays with my family.
  2. We celebrate Thanksgiving by eating turkey and pumpkin pie.
  3. My parents celebrated their wedding anniversary by going out to dinner.
  4. The town celebrated its 100th birthday with a parade.
  5. My friends and I will celebrate the end of the school year by going to the beach.

Quotes

  • Celebrate what you want to see more of. - Tom Peters
  • Celebrate every tiny victory. - Unknown
  • Celebrate the small things and the big things will take care of themselves. - Unknown

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