revelry

[ rev-uhl-ree ]

noun

, plural rev·el·ries.

1. reveling; boisterous festivity:

   Their revelry could be heard across the river.

   Synonyms: spree, carousal, celebration, merrymaking

revelry

/ ˈrɛvəlrɪ /

noun

1. noisy or unrestrained merrymaking

Word History and Origins

Origin of revelry¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; revel, -ry

Example Sentences

Last month, police in Shanghai silenced celebrations for Halloween over fears the revelries might turn into platforms for dissent.

From BBC

Machado plopped down in the front row, leaned back into the arms of his teammates for a few pictures, and the Padres returned to the clubhouse for a little more revelry.

From Los Angeles Times

Gay revelry aside, "Agatha All Along" is a sharp and hilarious bag of tricks that far exceed the expectations I had for this spinoff.

From Salon

“This is no ordinary additional show, but the blooming of music’s magic once more, and continuing revelry from fans,” the Haikou tourism bureau said in its release.

From Los Angeles Times

Tonight they’ll travel together for about 1.7 miles to the Venice Skate Park, stopping along the way for bursts of revelry before turning around and heading back as the sun dips below the horizon.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• debauchery
• festivity