Meaning of "bacchic" in English

The word "bacchic" refers to anything related to Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, or to the festivities associated with him. It often describes events characterized by uninhibited revelry, merriment, and indulgence in wine and dance. The term is derived from the ancient Roman and Greek cultures, where Bacchus (known as Dionysus in Greek mythology) was celebrated with exuberant festivals. These gatherings emphasized liberation from norms and an embrace of joyous abandonment. The adjective "bacchic" thus conveys notions of intense, spirited celebration and freedom from restraint, typically involving music, dance, and alcohol.

Meaning of "bacchic" in French

In French, "bacchic" retains a similar meaning as its English counterpart, referring to anything associated with Bacchus, the god of wine. It is used to describe festivities or festivities that are particularly exuberant and filled with revelry. Just as in English, the French usage is drawn from the Roman and Greek traditions of celebrating wine and ecstatic expressions of joy. The adjective underscores a sense of unrestrained celebration, often with elements of music, dancing, and wine indulgence. Consequently, "bacchique" often evokes images of exuberant, unbridled enthusiasm characteristic of ancient Bacchic rites.

Pronunciation of "bacchic" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈbækɪk/

Pronunciation Variations: In some dialects, particularly in American English, the pronunciation may slightly differ, with variations like /ˈbɑːkɪk/ being noted. However, the emphasis remains primarily on the first syllable in most variations.

Pronunciation of "bacchic" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bakik/

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation is fairly consistent across regions, maintaining the stress on the first syllable. However, minor dialectical variances might cause slight differences in vowel articulation, but these are generally subtle and maintain the word's recognizable form.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The bacchic celebration lasted all night, filled with music and laughter. (La fête bacchique a duré toute la nuit, remplie de musique et de rires.)
  2. They organized a bacchic event to honor the harvest season. (Ils ont organisé un événement bacchique pour célébrer la saison des récoltes.)
  3. His paintings captured the essence of bacchic festivities with vibrant colors. (Ses peintures capturaient l'essence des festivités bacchiques avec des couleurs vives.)
  4. The film depicted a bacchic scene reminiscent of ancient Roman feasts. (Le film représentait une scène bacchique rappelant les festins romains antiques.)
  5. Her bacchic dance drew applause for its energy and expressiveness. (Sa danse bacchique a suscité des applaudissements pour son énergie et son expressivité.)
  6. During the bacchic rites, participants embraced freedom and joy. (Pendant les rites bacchiques, les participants embrassaient la liberté et la joie.)
  7. The novel's bacchic elements added a layer of mythical allure. (Les éléments bacchiques du roman ajoutaient une couche de charme mythique.)
  8. A bacchic atmosphere permeated the entire festival. (Une atmosphère bacchique imprégnait tout le festival.)
  9. The composer infused bacchic rhythms into his latest symphony. (Le compositeur a insufflé des rythmes bacchiques dans sa dernière symphonie.)
  10. She wore a dress inspired by bacchic motifs, full of vines and grapes. (Elle portait une robe inspirée de motifs bacchiques, pleine de vignes et de raisins.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchic" in English

Synonyms: festive, celebratory, revelrous, merry, Dionysian, orgiastic, ecstatic, jubilant, uproarious, convivial.

Antonyms: restrained, sober, controlled, subdued, reserved.

Similar Words: boisterous, exuberant, lively, hedonistic, riotous.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchic" in French

Synonyms: festif, jubilatoire, orgiaque, dionysiaque, exubérant, joyeux, convival, euphorique, pétulant.

Antonyms: réservé, sobre, modéré, retenu.

Similar Words: bruyant, vif, riche en couleurs, hédoniste, tumultueux.

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