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revel

enjoy greatly / celebrate noisily / festivity
Intransitive VerbNoun
pl: revelspast: revelledpp: revelleding: revelling

This word conveys a sense of unrestrained, exuberant enjoyment. When used as a verb with the preposition in, it suggests a deep, almost indulgent satisfaction derived from a specific situation, sometimes one that others might find unpleasant or chaotic. As a noun or a standalone verb, it evokes images of loud, boisterous festivities. It carries a stronger connotation of noise and excess than simple celebration, often implying a loss of inhibition through partying or drinking.

Meanings

Intransitive Verb
[~ in something]

To take great pleasure or satisfaction in something, often in a way that is loud or obvious.

"He seemed to revel in the chaos of the stock market crash."

Intransitive Verb
[~]

To enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way, typically involving drinking and partying.

"The victorious soldiers revelled until dawn."

Noun

A lively and noisy celebration, often involving a lot of drinking.

"The village was transformed into a scene of revelry and revel."

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