festive

US /ˈfes.tɪv/

UK /ˈfes.tɪv/

1.

relating to a feast or festival, especially Christmas

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The city was decorated with festive lights for the holidays.

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We enjoyed a delicious festive meal with our family.

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celebratory holiday gala carnival merry

2.

joyful and cheerful

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The atmosphere at the party was very festive.

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Her festive mood was contagious.

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joyful merry jovial cheerful exuberant

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