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celebrate

/ˈsɛl.ə.bɹeɪt/
verb
  1. To extol or honour in a solemn manner.

    "to celebrate the name of the Most High"

    Similar: fete

  2. To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.

    "to celebrate a birthday"

    Similar: keep, observe

  3. To engage in joyful activity in appreciation of an event.

    "I was promoted today at work—let’s celebrate!"

Synonymsfete, keep, observe, solemnize

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