Bacchian

/bəˈkiːən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Bacchus or his worship; characterized by wild revelry, wine-drinking, or frenzied celebration.

Etymology

From Latin bacchianus, derived from Bacchus, the Roman god of wine; describes followers or practices associated with Bacchic worship and festivals.

Kelly Says

The wild parties called 'bacchanals' were so famous for chaos that the word became synonymous with any out-of-control party, and it's still used today to describe over-the-top celebrations.

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