celebration

noun

The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.

A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.

The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities.

The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament.

Roots

celebercelebr- · Latin · frequented, renowned

Synonyms for celebration

festivityn solemnizationn jubilationn galan feastn merrymakingn revelryn commemorationn ceremonyn jubileen banquetn regalementn

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Where does celebration come from?

The word celebration breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root celebr-, from Latin celeber (“frequented, renowned”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.