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Saturnalia

usgb/ˌsætərˈneɪliə/Volume
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Wild Celebration

Saturnalia refers to wild, boisterous festivities, not calm or formal gatherings.

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The Mardi Gras in New Orleans is comparable to a modern-day saturnalia.
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Positive Freedom

Despite its wildness, 'saturnalia' often carries a positive connotation of freedom and enjoyment.

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The streets were alive with a sense of saturnalia after the team's victory.
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Informal Use

While 'saturnalia' can describe any wild party, it might be too formal or literary for everyday speech.

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Their reunion turned from a barbecue to a full-scale saturnalia.
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