Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dionysian

adjective

/ˌdaɪəˈnɪziən/

Definition

Relating to the ancient Greek god Dionysus, symbolizing ecstasy and revelry, often associated with wine and festivity.

Examples

The dionysian atmosphere of the festival drew crowds eager to celebrate and revel.
Her dionysian spirit was evident as she danced freely under the stars.
He contrasted the dionysian joy of life with the more serious and sober apollonian approach.

Meaning

The term is often used to describe something that is characterized by wild, uninhibited celebration or a primal connection to the natural world, in contrast to more rational or controlled aspects of life.