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adjective

Definition of roisteringnext
as in boisterous

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roistering

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noun

as in merrymaking

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roistering

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verb

present participle of roister
as in carousing
to take part in drunken revelry the earl's wastrel son had spent the best part of his youth roistering and gambling

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roistering
  1. boisterous
  2. merrymaking
  3. raucous
  4. rowdy
  5. revelry
  6. drinking
  7. frivolity
  8. roaring
Adjective
  • Distinguished violinists from Joseph Szigeti to Hilary Hahn have tackled the Fourth Sonata, yet Jackiw sets a new standard, running the gamut from boisterous fiddling to solitary chant, with sly parodies of overcooked Romanticism along the way.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
  • With spot-on comedic timing on both players’ parts, Hernandez’s boisterous interruptions paired well with Wickline’s soft-spoken poetry.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of boisterous
Noun
  • The merrymaking is over, and the cold, gloomy feel of winter sets in — not the best recipe for a motivated staff.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2024
  • Eat at The Ram, where the goulash and schnitzel from the Heritage Menu are always a hit; shop at Brass Ranch, the epicenter for European ski and sportswear; and hit the outdoor Holiday Market, which unveils a flurry of merrymaking and festive artisanal goods Dec. 16 and 17.
    Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2023
Definition of merrymaking
Adjective
  • In 1951, Leonard Bernstein led the New York Philharmonic in the première of the raucous, joyous Second Symphony.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Cuarón’s movies have already won a solid fan base on the festival circuit thanks to raucous comedies like Y Tu Mama Tambien or imposing personal dramas like Roma.
    Peter Bart, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of raucous
Adjective
  • The inaugural Hondo Rodeo Fest is coming to Chase Field in downtown Phoenix Nov. 7-9, presenting a rowdy mix of rodeo performances and country music.
    Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
  • The event that transformed the election was billed as the capstone to a movement bound for glory: The Oct. 27 rally at Madison Square Garden, in the heart of Trump’s home city of New York, before rowdy audience of 20,000.
    Shawn Tully, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of rowdy
Noun
  • Boyhood revelry doesn’t fill Ma’s coffers or get her a penthouse view of the city from which the two of ya’s can dance the night away.
    Andy Andersen, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
  • Giant screens inside make this a prime spot for game days and the patio, as anyone who's familiar with the location will know, is perfect for post-bike-ride revelry and refreshment.
    Worth Sparkman, Axios, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of revelry
Verb
  • Here's what to know about staying safe while drinking apple cider.
    Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Indianapolis Star Apple cider has become synonymous with the start of fall, but health officials are warning consumers that drinking the cozy beverage is not without risk.
    Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of drinking
Noun
  • Where most fictional depictions of the fashion world resort to camp and frivolity, La Maison takes its subject deadly seriously.
    Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Instead, Boy Swallows Universe offers a faithful and emotional depiction of addiction without any of the frivolities, whilst still incorporating humour and most importantly, optimism.
    Alexandra Koster, refinery29.com, 11 Jan. 2024
Definition of frivolity
Adjective
  • Tinnitus is when someone hears ringing in the ears—or a buzzing or roaring sound.
    Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
  • On her first day of filming, Ronan was thrown into a lively quickstep number in a roaring dance hall.
    Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of roaring
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