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单词 revels
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revel

1 of 2

verb

rev·​el ˈre-vəl How to pronounce revel (audio)
reveled or revelled; reveling or revelling ˈre-və-liŋ How to pronounce revel (audio)
ˈrev-liŋ

intransitive verb

1
: to take part in a revel : carouse
2
: to take intense pleasure or satisfaction
reveled in the quiet after everyone had gone

revel

2 of 2

noun

: a usually wild party or celebration

Synonyms

Verb

  • binge
  • birl [chiefly Scottish]
  • carouse
  • roister
  • wassail

Noun

  • binge
  • fling
  • frisk
  • frolic
  • gambol
  • idyll
  • idyl
  • lark
  • ploy
  • rollick
  • romp
  • spree
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Example Sentences

Verb reveling all night is not conducive to a productive next day at work Noun in Finland, Midsummer Day ushers in a nationwide revel as the Finns celebrate the endless hours of sunlight with bonfires and parties
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
Sunday night would have been a time to revel in the length of their journey, the depth of their achievements and Richard’s legacy. New York Times, 28 Mar. 2022 Be prepared to revel in the smooth skin that awaits. Michelle Rostamian, Allure, 23 Aug. 2022 But instead of struggling with this dissonance, Luger appeared to revel in it, artistically and economically. New York Times, 16 June 2022 Though technically in its 101st year of existence, the nonprofit was unable to revel in the monumental milestone in-person in 2021 due to lingering COVID. Courtney Howard, Variety, 17 June 2022 Weinreich did not plan to stay awake until dawn to exult in that achievement, to revel in the perpetuation of the sort of uncontested primacy that most fans, in theory, crave. New York Times, 22 Apr. 2022 In this early aught rendition of the classic, first recorded by Steve Conway in 1950, Michael Bublé's heavenly lilt is the most pleasant way to revel in your father's love. Mia Uzzell, Glamour, 19 June 2022 As with every year, thousands if sun-seekers and jet-setters flock to St Tropez in peak summer months to revel in the glamour of the storied French seaside town. Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 13 May 2022 And soon there would be a way for viewers to revel in it 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 12 May 2022
Noun
These revel bars are an all-time favorite of many on the Better Homes and Gardens staff. Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 Fans of the game revel in watching tour players launch moon balls that fly forever. Dave Shedloski, WSJ, 16 June 2022 Many highlights along the track revel in the awesome beauty of the Serpentine and Ormiston Gorges and the astonishing immensity of Standley Chasm, seen from the Summit of Mount Sonder. Anabel Dean, CNN, 18 May 2022 The honeymoon phase will be short-lived, so help your loved one revel in it. Kris Frieswick, WSJ, 13 May 2022 Some who have lost a loved one revel in defying convention and remaining joyful. Washington Post, 19 Apr. 2022 The cast revel in this challenge, all working in concert to create the illusion of what isn't there. Nick Romano, EW.com, 14 Apr. 2022 Throughout this in vino veritas revel, every sip of Jack Daniels and every comestible gives the partiers sustenance. Armond White, National Review, 1 Oct. 2021 Keep this amazing flavor combination going in your next baking session by making some revel bars or giving your chocolate chip cookies a peanut butter upgrade. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2020 See More

Word History

Etymology

Verb

Middle English, from Anglo-French reveler, literally, to rebel, from Latin rebellare

First Known Use

Verb

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

revel 1 of 2

verb

rev·​el ˈre-vəl How to pronounce revel (audio)
reveled or revelled; reveling or revelling
: to take great pleasure
He reveled in his success.

revel

2 of 2

noun

: a noisy or merry celebration

revels 1 of 2

noun

plural of revel
as in sprees
a time or instance of carefree fun in Finland, Midsummer Day ushers in a nationwide revel as the Finns celebrate the endless hours of sunlight with bonfires and parties

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • sprees
  • festivities
  • gambols
  • frolics
  • romps
  • larks
  • flings
  • rollicks
  • idylls
  • frisks
  • binges
  • escapades
  • carouses
  • antics
  • merriments
  • idyls
  • pranks
  • enjoyments
  • pleasures
  • capers
  • ploys
  • shenanigans
  • toots
  • benders
  • amusements
  • souses
  • entertainments
  • merrymakings
  • bums
  • diversions
  • indulgences
  • monkeyshines
  • field days
  • splores
  • self-indulgences
  • brannigans
  • busts
  • recreations

revels

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of revel
as in carouses
to take part in drunken revelry reveling all night is not conducive to a productive next day at work

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • carouses
  • binges
  • drinks
  • wassails
  • birls
  • roisters
  • boozes
  • tipples
  • soaks
  • guzzles
  • liquors (up)
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