中英词典
revel [
verb]
1. (intransitive) 狂欢,狂喜,玩乐:To take great pleasure or delight in something.
Example: They reveled in the success of their team. (他们为球队的成功而狂欢。)
2. (intransitive) 沉湎于,放纵:To engage in lively and noisy festivities, often with drinking and dancing.
Example: The villagers reveled all night during the festival. (村民们在节日期间整夜狂欢。)
3. (intransitive) 陶醉,沉迷:To enjoy oneself in a boisterous and uninhibited way.
Example: The children reveled in the freedom of summer vacation. (孩子们在暑假的自由中陶醉了。)
Related words: reveler (n. 狂欢者,狂欢的人)
Usage: The verb "revel" is often used in a positive sense when describing joyful and exuberant activities.
Synonyms: celebrate, carouse, rejoice
Antonyms: mourn, lament
形容词和名词的含义
revel [
adjective]
1. (attributive) 狂欢的,欢乐的:Of or relating to revelry or joyful celebration.
Example: The revel atmosphere filled the streets during the carnival. (狂欢的氛围在狂欢节期间充盈了街道。)
2. (attributive) 放纵的,放荡的:Characterized by unrestrained indulgence in pleasure or vice.
Example: The party was known for its revel behavior and excessive drinking. (这个派对以放纵的行为和过度的饮酒而闻名。)
Related words: revelry (n. 狂欢,欢宴), reveler (n. 狂欢者,狂欢的人)
Usage: The adjective "revel" is used to describe things or people associated with lively celebrations or excessive indulgence.
词语辨析
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revel vs.
celebrate:
- "revel" emphasizes the aspect of joyful and exuberant behavior, often involving festivities, dancing, and merrymaking.
- "celebrate" has a broader meaning and can encompass various forms of acknowledging or honoring a significant event or occasion.
- Example: They reveled in the victory of their team by celebrating all night. (他们通过整夜庆祝来狂欢他们球队的胜利。)
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revel vs.
carouse:
- Both words refer to engaging in lively and boisterous activities, often involving drinking and merrymaking.
- "revel" has a more general sense of joyful celebration, while "carouse" specifically emphasizes excessive drinking and rowdy behavior.
- Example: The group of friends reveled at the party, singing and dancing all night. (这群朋友在派对上狂欢,整夜唱歌跳舞。)
- Example: They caroused in the bar, drinking heavily and causing a commotion. (他们在酒吧里狂饮,引起了骚动。)
词汇扩充
1.
revelation (n. 揭示,启示,新发现) - a surprising and previously unknown fact or event that is disclosed or revealed.
- Example: The discovery of ancient ruins was a revelation to the archaeologists. (古代遗迹的发现对考古学家来说是一个启示。)
2.
revelatory (adj. 启示性的,揭示性的) - revealing something previously unknown or secret.
- Example: Her revelatory speech shed light on the hidden truths. (她具有启示性的演讲揭示了隐藏的真相。)
3.
revelry (n. 狂欢,欢宴) - lively and noisy festivities, often involving drinking, dancing, and merrymaking.
- Example: The city streets were filled with revelry during the New Year celebrations. (新年庆祝活动期间,城市街道充满了狂欢。)
4.
reveler (n. 狂欢者,狂欢的人) - a person who engages in lively and noisy festivities, often with drinking and dancing.
- Example: The revelers danced and sang throughout the night. (狂欢者们整夜跳舞唱歌。)
5.
revelrous (adj. 狂欢的,放纵的) - characterized by or inclined to revelry or excessive indulgence.
- Example: The revelrous crowd filled the stadium, cheering loudly for their favorite team. (狂欢的人群填满了体育场,为他们最喜欢的球队欢呼雀跃。)
柯林斯词典(Collins Dictionary)
revel [
verb]
If you revel in a situation or experience, you enjoy it very much.
Example: He revels in his new-found fame. (他对自己新获得的名声感到非常欣喜。)
revel [
noun]
A revel is a lively party or celebration.
Example: The wedding was a revel of music and dancing. (婚礼上音乐和舞蹈欢庆一片。)
牛津词典(Oxford Dictionary)
revel [
verb]
1. Enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way, especially with drinking and dancing.
Example: They spent the night reveling with their friends. (他们与朋友们一起狂欢了一整夜。)
2. Show great delight; take pleasure.
Example: She reveled in her success. (她为自己的成功感到非常欣喜。)
revel [
noun]
1. Lively and noisy festivities, especially involving drinking and dancing.
Example: The carnival was a scene of revels and merriment. (狂欢节是一幕幕狂欢和欢乐的场景。)
2. An occasion of merrymaking.
Example: The party turned into a wild revel. (派对变成了一场狂欢。)
例句
1. They reveled in the beauty of the sunset. (他们陶醉于日落的美丽。)
2. The crowd reveled in the excitement of the concert. (人群沉湎于音乐会的激动中。)
3. He reveled in his victory, celebrating with his teammates. (他为自己的胜利而陶醉,与队友们一起庆祝。)
4. The revelers danced and sang through the night. (狂欢者们整夜跳舞唱歌。)
5. She reveled in the freedom of traveling alone. (她沉醉于独自旅行的自由中。)
6. The festival was a night of revelry and joy. (节日是一夜狂欢和快乐。)
7. They caroused in the pub until the early hours of the morning. (他们在酒吧里狂欢,直到清晨。)
8. The revel atmosphere filled the streets during the parade. (狂欢的氛围在游行期间充斥着街道。)
9. The children reveled in the excitement of opening their presents. (孩子们为打开礼物的兴奋而陶醉。)
10. The party turned into a wild revel, with people dancing on tables and singing loudly. (派对变成了一场狂欢,人们跳上桌子大声歌唱。)
11. The revelrous crowd cheered and applauded as their favorite band took the stage. (狂欢的人群在最喜欢的乐队登台时欢呼和鼓掌。)
12. The revelry lasted until dawn, with people dancing and celebrating throughout the night. (狂欢持续到天亮,人们整夜跳舞庆祝。)
13. Her revelatory performance stunned the audience, revealing her incredible talent. (她具有启示性的表演令观众惊呆了,揭示了她不可思议的才华。)
14. The revelation of his secret identity shocked everyone. (他秘密身份的揭示让每个人都感到震惊。)
15. The party was a revel of music, laughter, and good company. (派对上音乐、笑声和好友相伴,狂欢一片。)
16. The revelers paraded through the streets, singing and dancing with joy. (狂欢者们在街上游行,欢唱跳舞,充满喜悦。)
17. The revel atmosphere was contagious, spreading joy and laughter to everyone present. (狂欢的氛围是一种传染病,将喜悦和笑声传播给每个在场的人。)
18. After weeks of hard work, they decided to revel in a well-deserved vacation. (经过几周的辛勤工作,他们决定陶醉于一次应得的假期中。)
19. The wedding reception was filled with revelry, as guests danced and celebrated the happy couple. (婚礼的招待会上洋溢着狂欢的气氛,宾客们跳舞庆祝这对幸福的夫妻。)
20. Despite the rain, the revelers continued to celebrate, undeterred by the weather. (尽管下雨,狂欢者们仍然继续庆祝,不受天气的影响。)