Meaning & use
festive
Relating to or suitable for a celebration, and marked by a joyful, cheerful atmosphere.
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The town square looked festive with twinkling lights and garlands for the holiday season.
Everyone wore bright colors to match the festive mood of the wedding reception.
A note on using this word
Festive describes an atmosphere or decoration associated with celebration, not the celebration itself.
Words with a similar meaning
celebratoryjoyful
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