Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bacchanalianism

noun

/ˌbækəˈneɪliənɪzəm/

Definition

A lifestyle or behavior characterized by the indulgence in drunken revelry and excess, often associated with the worship of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine.

Examples

During the summer festival, the streets were filled with bacchanalianism as people danced and drank in celebration.
The club’s atmosphere was charged with bacchanalianism, drawing revelers from all over the city.