Revel in

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verb

To greatly enjoy or take pleasure in something.

She revels in the freedom of retirement.
Visual representation of "revel in" - To greatly enjoy or take pleasure in something

Often appears as...

  • revel in freedom
  • revel in success
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Positive Connotation

Use 'revel in' to express joy in a positive situation or achievement.

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The team reveled in their victory.
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Informal Contexts

'Revel in' fits best in casual or informal settings, rather than in formal documents.

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I'm just going to revel in this delicious meal.
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Present Tense Usage

'Revel in' is most often used in the present tense to describe a current state of enjoyment.

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He's reveling in his newfound hobby.
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