Revel

/ˈrɛvəl/ verb

Definition

To take great pleasure or delight in something, or to celebrate and party loudly.

Etymology

From Old French 'reveler' (to turn around, to rouse), possibly from Latin 'rebello' (to rebel). The celebratory sense emerged in the 16th century.

Kelly Says

Medieval 'revels' were actual festivals that could get so wild they'd be banned by authorities—the word originally meant chaotic turning or twisting, which fits wild partying perfectly.

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