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festivity

/fɛˈstɪv.ə.ti/
fes · tiv · i · ty
Adverb:festively
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Plural:festivities
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Adjective:festive
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• noun

1

An activity, event, or social gathering organized to celebrate a special occasion (usually used in the plural).

Example

"The wedding festivities lasted throughout the entire weekend, concluding with a Sunday brunch."

2

The celebration of something in a joyful and exuberant way; a lively, celebratory atmosphere or mood.

Example

"A spirit of festivity filled the town square as families gathered for the annual harvest fair."

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• Rhymes for festivity

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festively
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festoon
feta
fetal

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'festivite' or directly from Latin 'festivitas' (meaning 'festive gaiety, pleasantness'), from 'festivus' ('festive, joyous'), ultimately derived from 'festum' ('feast, holiday').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Festivity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/festivity
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