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