festive
Translation
festive, celebratory, jolly, merry
Examples
The room had a festive atmosphere.
The room had a festive atmosphere.
Everyone was in a festive spirit.
Everyone was in a festive spirit.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) cheerful and joyous, relating to a festival Everyone was in a festive spirit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cheerful, merry, joyful, celebratory; Antonyms: somber, gloomy
Etymology
From Latin 'festivus' (joyful), related to 'festum' (feast).
Memory Tips
This adjective describes the mood or atmosphere of a 'festival'.