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: of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
a festive occasion
The house looks festive during the holidays.
festively
adverb
festiveness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of festive in a Sentence
The house looks very festive during the holidays.
She was in a festive mood.
The reunion will be a festive occasion.
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The festive parade saw the 26-year-old quarterback — along with Mickey — waving to fans lining the streets of the Happiest Place on Earth.
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Rachel Raposas, People.com, 10 Feb. 2025
Dump contents into a festive glass and pack in as much more ice as will fit.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025
There are countless ways to create a festive look, from fun accessories to complete ensembles.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 6 Feb. 2025
This festive dessert is the perfect way to add a sweet touch to your celebration.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
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Rachel Raposas, People.com, 10 Feb. 2025
Dump contents into a festive glass and pack in as much more ice as will fit.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025
There are countless ways to create a festive look, from fun accessories to complete ensembles.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 6 Feb. 2025
This festive dessert is the perfect way to add a sweet touch to your celebration.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
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“Festive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/festive. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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