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

  • (..) ...and good,tilled earth. For all Hobbits share a love of things that grow. And,yes,no doubt to others,our ways seem quaint. But today of all days,it is brought home to me.' It is no bad thing to celebrate a simple life. Happy Birthday!Bilbo Baggins. Frodo,the door! Sticklebacks. Where is that boy? (..)
    2001 The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring