festive
adjective/ˈfɛstɪv/
Frequency rank: #6,984 most common English word
Meaning
relating to or suitable for a celebration or festival; cheerful and joyous.
Example sentence
The streets were decorated with lights to create festive atmosphere during the holidays.
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