celebrate

Definition

  • verb: to do something special or enjoyable for an important event, occasion, holiday, etc.
  • verb: to perform (a sacrament or solemn ceremony) publicly and with appropriate rites
  • synonyms: honor, distinguish, commemorate

Examples

  • He is 'celebrated' for his contributions to modern science.

  • Her lecture 'celebrated' the genius of the artist.

  • A priest 'celebrates' Mass at the church daily.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) like babes in the woods. That really made me feel good to see that. - Oh, that's great. Really. - Man, it's good to be free. Now, why don't you go celebrate your freedom with your own friends? Hmm? But, uh, I don't have any friends. And I'm not goin' out there by myself. (..)
    2001 Shrek