The meaning of FESTIVE is of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival. How to use festive in a sentence.

Celebrations, parties & special occasions (Definition of festive from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

Something that is festive is special, colourful, or exciting, especially because of a holiday or celebration. The town has a festive holiday atmosphere. The Captain's Party on Saturday evening is the cruise's …

1. pertaining to or suitable for a feast or festival. 2. joyous; merry: a festive mood.

Definition of festive adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Sep 16, 2025 · festive (comparative more festive, superlative most festive) Having the atmosphere, decoration, or attitude of a festival, holiday, or celebration. quotations

FESTIVE definition: pertaining to or suitable for a feast or festival. See examples of festive used in a sentence.

FESTIVE meaning: 1 : cheerful and exciting suited to a celebration or holiday; 2 : of or relating to Christmas

Festive describes an event that’s full of joy, smiles, and excitement. A birthday party without presents, decorations, or friends would be the opposite of festive. People having a great time — that’s a sure …

Something that is festive is special, colourful, or exciting, especially because of a holiday or celebration.