Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bacchante

Noun

/bəˈkæn.ti/

Definition

A female follower of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, often depicted as part of Bacchus’s retinue, engaging in wild, ecstatic revelry.

Examples

The bacchantes danced joyfully among the vineyards during the festival.
In Greek mythology, the bacchantes were known for their frenzied celebrations that honored Dionysus.

Meaning

A bacchante is a woman who participates in drunken festivities, celebrating the joys of wine and often embodying the spirit of freedom and ecstasy associated with Bacchus.