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festival
[ fes-tuh-vuhl ]
noun
- a day or time of religious or other celebration, marked by feasting, ceremonies, or other observances:
the festival of Christmas; a Roman festival.
- a periodic commemoration, anniversary, or celebration:
an annual strawberry festival.
- a period or program of festive activities, cultural events, or entertainment:
a music festival.
- gaiety; revelry; merrymaking.
adjective
- festal:
a festival atmosphere of unrestrained joy.
festival
/ ˈfɛstɪvəl /
noun
- a day or period set aside for celebration or feasting, esp one of religious significance
- any occasion for celebration, esp one which commemorates an anniversary or other significant event
- an organized series of special events and performances, usually in one place
a festival of drama
- archaic.a time of revelry; merrymaking
- modifier relating to or characteristic of a festival
Other Words From
- pre·festi·val noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of festival1
Example Sentences
The final portion of Washington’s cover story centers on a moment from the film’s festival run.
That is the reason why I refuse to attend the festival for the promotion of ‘Rust,’ especially now when there is still no justice for my daughter.”
“September 5,” which has earned strong buzz since its back-to-back premieres at the Venice and Telluride film festivals, has only become more timely in the wake of last year’s Oct.
It was hosted by Ipswich education and music promoter, Brighten The Corners, which runs an annual multi-venue music festival in the town.
Pictures film, which was directed by Eastwood and stars Nicholas Hoult as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, had its world premiere last month at the American Film Institute’s festival in Hollywood.
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