celebrating

[ˈsɛləbreɪtɪŋ]

celebrating Definition

to publicly acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.

Using celebrating: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "celebrating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We are celebrating our anniversary tonight with a fancy dinner.

• Example

  The whole town was celebrating the victory of their team.

• Example

  They are celebrating the birth of their first child with a party.

• Example

  The company is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a big event.

celebrating Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for celebrating

• honoring
• marking
• observing
• recognizing
• commemorating

Antonyms for celebrating

• mourning
• lamenting

Phrases with celebrating

• celebrate with

  to celebrate an occasion by doing something special or enjoyable with someone

  Example

  I want to celebrate my birthday with my family and friends.

• celebrate in style

  to celebrate an occasion in a grand or impressive way

  Example

  We are going to celebrate our graduation in style by renting a limousine.

• celebrate a milestone

  to celebrate an important achievement or event that marks a significant point in time

  Example

  The company celebrated a milestone by throwing a big party for all its employees.

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Summary: celebrating in Brief

To 'celebrate' [ˈsɛləbreɪtɪŋ] is to publicly acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity. It can be done in various ways, such as 'celebrate with' or 'celebrate in style.' 'Celebrate a milestone' refers to celebrating an important achievement or event that marks a significant point in time.