Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orgies
Noun
/ˈɔːrdʒiz/
Definition
A wild party characterized by excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures, typically involving sexual activities.
Examples
- They hosted extravagant orgies that lasted all weekend.
- The novel depicted the decadent lifestyle of the elite, including wild orgies.
- She attended a party that quickly turned into an orgy of music and dance.
Meaning
Orgies refer to gatherings where participants engage in free and uninhibited sexual activities, often with multiple partners.
Synonyms
- bacchanal
- debauchery
- revelry
- fete