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Meaning of celebratory
Relating to or characteristic of a celebration or festivities
Etymology of celebratory
The word "celebratory" has its roots in the Latin term "celebrare" which means to frequent or to honor
It is also related to "celebritas" meaning "fame" or "celebritas" meaning "celebration" or "festivity"
The Latin term "celebrare" is a combination of "celeb" and "are" which means to gather or to throng
The word has evolved over time with influence from old French to form the modern English word "celebratory"
Synonyms
jubilant
festive
triumphant
joyful
celebrative
commemorative
ceremonial
ritualistic
ritual
honorific
congratulatory
laudatory
eulogistic
panegyric
festive
revelatory
merry
mirthful
festive
gala
jubilant
triumphant
victorious
celebrational
commemorable
ritual
ceremonial
solemn
reverent
venerative
festive
holiday
party
congratulatory
celebrative
ritualistic
eulogistic
panegyric
laudatory
honorific
Definitions
- Relating to or characteristic of a celebration or festivities
- Used to mark or commemorate a special occasion
- Expressing or feeling great joy or triumph
Usage Examples
- The celebratory atmosphere at the wedding was infectious and happiness filled the air
- The team had a celebratory dinner after winning the championship
- The celebratory tone of the speech made the occasion even more special
Antonyms
somber
mournful
sorrowful
dismal
gloomy
melancholy
sad
unhappy
mournful
lugubrious
dismal
dreary
depressing
cheerless
dull
miserable
lamentable
deplorable
regretful
sorrowful
dismal
disheartening
discouraging
unenthusiastic
uninspiring
unexciting
monotonous
lackluster
subdued
muted
restrained
subdued