Orgy

usgb/ˈɔːrdʒi/
noun

A wild party with a lot of alcohol, food, and often sexual activity.

The event soon degenerated into an orgy of eating and drinking.
Visual representation of "orgy" - A wild party with a lot of alcohol, food, and often sexual activity

Often appears as...

  • orgy of violence
  • orgy of destruction
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Cultural Sensitivity

Often associated with ancient rituals or modern wild behavior. May offend if used carelessly in conversation.

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He compared the concert to an ancient Greek orgy.
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Informal Usage

'Orgy' is informal and can be inappropriate in professional or formal settings.

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The tabloids described the celebrity's party as an orgy.
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Negative Connotation

Carries a negative undertone, suggesting loss of control or excessive indulgence.

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The media decried the event as an orgy of decadence.
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