Vocabulary Spotlight
Bacchanalia
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: मदिरा उत्सव (madira utsav) – A festival or gathering characterized by excessive drinking and revelry, often with a sense of indulgence.
Pronunciation
[bak-uh-nay-lee-uh]
Synonyms, Antonyms & Related Words
Synonyms
Carousal – उत्सव (utsav)
Related Words
Gathering – सभा (sabha)
Word Origin
“Bacchanalia” shabd ka origin ancient Roman culture se hai, Bacchus ke naam par jinka sambandh sharab aur utsav se tha.
– The word “Bacchanalia” originates from ancient Roman festivals honoring Bacchus, the god of wine and festivity.
Word Family
Noun: Bacchanalia – मदिरा उत्सव (madira utsav)
Adjective: Bacchanalian – मदिरा उत्सव से संबंधित (madira utsav se sambandhit)
Usage Examples
1. Bacchanalia mein log aksar sharab aur anand mein doob jaate hain.
– People often immerse in wine and joy at a Bacchanalia.
2. Pura sheher bacchanalia ka hissa ban gaya aur log raat bhar jashn manate rahe.
– The whole city joined the bacchanalia, celebrating all night long.
Cultural Note
Bacchanalia ka concept ancient Roman culture se aaya hai, par India mein bhi bade events aur festivals mein logo ka utssav aur anand isi prakaar dekha ja sakta hai.
In Context
“Bacchanalia” aksar extreme parties aur celebration ke liye use hota hai, jahan excessive enjoyment aur revelry hota hai, jaise clubbing aur bade events mein.
Vocabulary Challenge
“Bacchanalia” ka sabse kareeb matlab kya hai?
“Bacchanalia” shabd ka origin kis culture se aaya hai?