as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
we arrived at the Christmas party to find everyone already in a festive mood, perhaps owing in part to the punch
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Recent Examples of festive
The free celebrations kick off daily at 2pm with live entertainment, festive surprises and special hurricane cocktails available for purchase.
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Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
Women wear festive attire to work and then later attend a variety of parties and masquerade balls.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
Their chemistry and unique performances will bring an extra layer of magic, mischief, and heart to what promises to be a festive treat for Sky audiences.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
Other traditional lessons and festive events are offered throughout the year.
—Robin Raven, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
Women wear festive attire to work and then later attend a variety of parties and masquerade balls.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
Their chemistry and unique performances will bring an extra layer of magic, mischief, and heart to what promises to be a festive treat for Sky audiences.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
Other traditional lessons and festive events are offered throughout the year.
—Robin Raven, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for festive
Adjective
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Tristan’s on pigeon patrol, and a merry Christmas to all.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2025
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Tori Spelling's daughter didn't have the merriest of Christmases last year.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The same jolly collection also returns to the Top Streaming Albums chart for another year.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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Winter break is a jolly time of the year for many children.—
Holly Garcia,
Parents,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Another cheerful Minervois scintillator that is balanced with bright fruit, subtle tannins and vats of joyous acidity.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Buchholz remained cheerful throughout the event, saying there is nothing to complain about when a party doubles its support.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Festive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/festive. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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