noun
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merriment characteristic of a festival, party, etc
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any festival or other celebration
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(plural) festive proceedings; celebrations
Etymology
Origin of festivity
1350–1400; Middle English festivite (< Old French ) < Latin fēstīvitās. See festive, -ity
Example Sentences
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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — In the past, playing a regular-season game abroad would bring a sense of festivity for a New England Patriots team that is unbeaten in three previous international appearances.
From Washington Times • Nov. 9, 2023
It's still only November, but the Christmas TV adverts are coming in thick and fast, bringing a sprinkling of festivity to our screens.
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2023
Civic Center, an area San Franciscans often avoid, was full of festivity.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2023
This festivity — filled with satirical humor — is not associated with the Holy Week celebrations led by the Catholic Church in this mostly Catholic country.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2023
Everything gives way before the recurring torment and festivity of passion.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
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