Raver
/ˈreɪvər/noun
A person who goes to a lot of parties or music festivals, usually dancing to electronic music.
Sam is a true raver, he never misses a music festival in the city.
Often appears as...
- hardcore raver
- festival raver
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Youth Culture
Raver often associates with young people enjoying nightlife and music scenes.
At 22, Jenny became an enthusiastic raver, often spotted at the city's hottest nightclubs.
Pro Tip 2/3Modern Festivals
Today, a raver typically attends modern electronic dance music festivals, not just any party.
With his neon outfit and dance moves, Jordan was the epitome of a modern festival raver.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Usage
The term is informal and often used among friends or in casual settings, not in professional environments.
Everyone agrees that Maria is the biggest raver among us.
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