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festivities


Meanings
  • noun

    Celebrations or activities for a particular occasion or holiday.

    - "The city was filled with festivities during the holiday season."
    - "The festivities included a parade, fireworks, and a feast."

Pronunciation




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Antonyms

infestivity
Rhymes
Words rhyming with festivities
jubilees , revelries , velveties , delicacies
Variants
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festivities , festivity
Etymology
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Derived from the Latin word 'festivus' meaning 'feast day' or 'holiday'.


Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the ancient Romans celebrated Saturnalia, a week-long festival in honor of the god Saturn, during which social norms were turned upside down?

  2. The Chinese New Year is the longest and most important festivity in the Chinese culture, lasting for 15 days.


Related Concepts
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  1. Holiday: A day of rest or celebration, often marked by the observance of religious or cultural traditions.

  2. Celebration: An event or occasion marked by a sense of joy and merriment, often involving the gathering of people to commemorate or honor something.


Culture
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Festivities hold significant cultural and historical importance in various societies. They serve as a means to bring people together, strengthen community bonds, and celebrate traditions. In literature, festivities are often portrayed as joyous occasions filled with music, dance, food, and merriment.

How to Memorize "festivities"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a colorful parade with people dressed in costumes, music playing, and fireworks exploding in the sky.

  2. associate

    - Think of a joyful gathering filled with laughter, good food, and fun activities.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym F-E-S-T: Festivities, Enjoyment, Smiles, Togetherness.


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