BACCHANALS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

bacchanals

noun

plural of bacchanal

as in carousers

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as in orgies

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Noun

Bottles of alcohol were passed from hand to hand among young revelers as hundreds more tried to push closer to the city center, some succeeding, many others turned back by the crush of the crowd.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 July 2026
At least some of the revellers seemed to enjoy this impromptu set.

— Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 29 June 2026

Definition of revelers

Noun

More than 350 authors will gather on 21 stages for a three-day bacchanalia of literature, which in the past has drawn more than 25,000 people to downtown Berkeley.

— Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Mini bars burst with silk eye covers, collagen masks, melatonin sprays and ear plugs, suggesting the bacchanalia Estelle encourages.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026

Definition of bacchanalia

Noun

Fireworks from formal rocket shows to impromptu street celebrations can create extremely unhealthy air quality, sometimes rivaling what comes from wildfires.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Fourth of July fireworks will light up the sky across South Florida, with a slew of celebrations offering residents the chance to observe them.

— Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of celebrations

Noun

This pastel neon peach pedi works for beach strolls and summertime soirees alike.

— Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Some standout editor favorites include this gorgeous basque-waist dress that’s perfect for summer soirees and celebrations, and these bright red slides that add the perfect pop of color to any outfit.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

Definition of soirees

Noun

Tourists and Independence Day celebrators are expected to flock to Independence Mall on Saturday, when the new panels could be on display if the National Park Service installs them in time.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 4 July 2026
Amethyst Martinez In New York City, celebrators had a plethora of events to choose from to mark the United States' 250th anniversary of its independence.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of celebrators

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