partygoer

noun

par·​ty·​go·​er ˈpär-tē-ˌgō-ər How to pronounce partygoer (audio)
Synonyms of partygoernext
: a person who attends a party or who attends parties frequently

Examples of partygoer in a Sentence

chauffeured transportation was provided for those partygoers who had overindulged themselves at the bar
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For $399, hire NY Teacup Piggies to bring in three piglets for the young partygoers to play with. The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026 One officer pointed his gun at the group, and both officers demanded the partygoers put their hands in the air, the lawsuit alleges. Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026 The theme paid homage to the popular video game, and the party featured giant video screens where partygoers could try their hand at being the last one standing, as well as a light-up dance floor, custom apparel and a giant sign spelling out Mason's name. Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026 What better way to get into the spirit than allowing partygoers to stay out even later? Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for partygoer

Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of partygoer was in 1831

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“Partygoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/partygoer. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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