Synonyms for

Festivities

Verb / feˈstɪvʌti:z / Another word for festivities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Festivities are celebrations or parties where people have fun and enjoy themselves.

Synonyms & similar words

celebration festivity celebration party event gathering get-together fest jamboree fiesta carnival merrymaking revelry fun joy happiness cheer delight enjoyment amusement entertainment pleasure

Synonyms by register

Formal

celebrations observances ceremonies commemorations

Informal

party fun jollies hoopla shindig

Literary

revelry merriment gaiety

Antonyms

sadness mourning grief sorrow somberness dejection

Common collocations

  • holiday festivities
  • Christmas festivities
  • wedding festivities
  • annual festivities
  • festivities begin
  • festivities conclude
  • festivities continue

Word family

noun festivity
verb fete
adjective festive

Usage note

Festivities refers to the celebratory activities of a festival or celebration. It is a plural noun and is often used to describe lively and joyful events.

Example sentences

  1. The town's festivities were held in the park.
  2. We went to a festive party last night.
  3. The children loved the festivities at the fair.
  4. The festivities lasted all night long.
  5. The festivities included music, dancing, and games.

Quotes

  • "The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other." - Burton Hillis
  • "Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions." - Dalai Lama
  • "In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, for in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed." - Khalil Gibran

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