Revel — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈre-vəl/ rev·el

Meaning & Definition of Revel

Revel (verb)

  1. to take part in a revel, carouse
  2. to take intense pleasure or satisfaction

Revel (noun)

  1. a usually wild party or celebration

Revel (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a time or instance of carefree fun

    "in Finland, Midsummer Day ushers in a nationwide revel as the Finns celebrate the endless hours of sunlight with bonfires and parties"

    similar: binge, fling, frisk, frolic, gambol, idyll, lark, ploy, rollick, romp, spree
    related: caper, escapade, prank, bender, brannigan, bum, bust, carouse, souse, splore (Scottish), toot, antic, monkeyshine(s), shenanigan(s), field day, festivity, merriment, merrymaking, enjoyment, indulgence, pleasure, self-indulgence, amusement, diversion, entertainment, recreation

Revel (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to take part in drunken revelry

    "reveling all night is not conducive to a productive next day at work"

    similar: binge, birl (chiefly Scottish), carouse, roister, wassail
    related: booze, drink, guzzle, liquor (up), soak, tipple

Related Entry: Revel (in) (verb)

Revel (in) is a different word from Revel. The synonyms below are for revel (in), not for revel.

  1. to take pleasure in

    "winter-weary residents reveling in the warm spring weather"

    similar: adore, delight (in), dig, enjoy, fancy, get off (on), groove (on), like, love, rejoice (in), relish, savor, be partial to, get a kick out of, go for, have a soft spot for, take to
    related: admire, appreciate, cherish, revere, venerate, worship, prize, treasure, value, devour, drink (in), eat (up), feast (on), dote (on), idolize, cotton (to), favor, prefer, indulge (in), luxuriate (in), wallow (in)
    near: abhor, abominate, detest, dislike, hate, loathe, condemn, despise, scorn

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Revel

The most common words with a similar meaning to Revel:

Chiefly Scottish: birl
binge, fling, frisk, frolic, gambol, idyll, lark, ploy, rollick, romp, spree, carouse, roister, wassail

Related Words for Revel

caper, escapade, prank, bender, brannigan, bum, bust, souse, splore, toot, antic, monkeyshine(s), shenanigan(s), field day, festivity, merriment, merrymaking, enjoyment, indulgence, pleasure, self-indulgence, amusement, diversion, entertainment, recreation, booze, drink, guzzle, liquor (up), soak

Word Forms of Revel

Inflections: reveled, revelled, reveling, revelling

Origin & Etymology of Revel

Middle English, from Anglo-French reveler, literally, to rebel, from Latin rebellare

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Revel

revel in

Frequently Asked Questions about Revel

What does "Revel" mean?

"Revel" means to take part in a revel, carouse. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to take part in a revel, carouse. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Revel"?

Other words for "Revel" include binge, fling, frisk, frolic, gambol, idyll, lark and ploy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Revel" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Revel"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Revel". Common alternatives include binge, fling, frisk, frolic, gambol, idyll, lark, ploy, rollick and romp.

How do you use "Revel" in a sentence?

Examples of "Revel" in a sentence: "in Finland, Midsummer Day ushers in a nationwide revel as the Finns celebrate the endless hours of sunlight with bonfires and parties"; "reveling all night is not conducive to a productive next day at work".

Is "Revel" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Revel" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Revel"?

"Revel" is pronounced /ˈre-vəl/ and divided into syllables as rev·el.

What is the origin of the word "Revel"?

"Revel" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French reveler, literally, to rebel, from Latin rebellare. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Revel" meaning "a time or instance of carefree fun"?

When "Revel" (noun) means a time or instance of carefree fun, synonyms include binge, fling, frisk, frolic, gambol and idyll.