celebrate
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/ˈsɛl.ə.bɹeɪt/
English
Definitions
verb
- To extol or honour in a solemn manner.“to celebrate the name of the Most High”
- To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.“to celebrate a birthday”
- To engage in joyful activity in appreciation of an event.“I was promoted today at work—let’s celebrate!”
- To perform or participate in, as a sacrament or solemn rite; to perform with appropriate rites.“to celebrate a marriage”
Related words
Synonyms
fetekeepobservesolemnizelionizeglorifyfamousrenownedapplaudcongratulatehomagepraisegreetwelcomefestivalcommendhonor
Associated
diwalianniversarycentenaryeidbirthdaybicentennialjubileefeastcentennialfestivitiescoronationholidays