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: of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
a festive occasion
The house looks festive during the holidays.
festively
adverb
festiveness
noun
Examples of festive in a Sentence
The house looks very festive during the holidays.
She was in a festive mood.
The reunion will be a festive occasion.
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Perfect for wrapping around banisters, windows or outdoor trees, these lights bring a warm, festive touch to any haunted house setup.
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Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Children traditionally receive new clothes, money, or gifts from family and friends, adding to the festive spirit.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The top of one of their children’s heads could be seen wearing a festive heart headband for the photo.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
Hosted at the Fairmont Century Plaza this year’s festive luncheon is an occasion ideal for keying in on the fashion choices of the attendees.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Feb. 2025
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Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Children traditionally receive new clothes, money, or gifts from family and friends, adding to the festive spirit.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The top of one of their children’s heads could be seen wearing a festive heart headband for the photo.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
Hosted at the Fairmont Century Plaza this year’s festive luncheon is an occasion ideal for keying in on the fashion choices of the attendees.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Feb. 2025
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“Festive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/festive. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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