Bacchanalian

/ˌbækəˈneɪliən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of wild, drunken celebrations with excessive indulgence and revelry.

Etymology

From Latin Bacchanalia with the English adjectival suffix -ian added. Describes behavior or events that resemble the wild festivals honoring Bacchus.

Kelly Says

When people want to describe a truly epic, out-of-control party, they use 'bacchanalian'—it's the fancy word for 'absolutely wild,' and it sounds way more impressive at dinner parties!

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