Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bacchanal

noun

/ˈbæk.ə.nəl/

Definition

A bacchanal is a wild, often drunken party or celebration characterized by excessive partying and revelry.

Examples

The annual festival was a true bacchanal, with music, dancing, and plenty of wine.
After months of hard work, the team celebrated with a bacchanal that lasted late into the night.

Meaning

The term derives from the Roman god Bacchus, who is associated with wine, fertility, and festivity, and it implies a gathering that involves enjoyment and indulgence.