Synonyms of celebrating

celebrating

verb

present participle of celebrate

1

as in praising

to proclaim the glory of

a personal essay that celebrates the single life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• praising
• blessing
• extolling
• hymning
• lauding
• worshipping
• saluting
• applauding
• exalting
• cheering
• hailing
• commending
• glorifying
• resounding
• emblazoning
• caroling
• magnifying
• chanting
• complimenting
• citing
• acclaiming
• eulogizing
• idolizing
• rhapsodizing
• deifying
• belauding
• recommending
• adoring
• renowning
• touting
• flattering
• cracking up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blaming
• criticizing
• censuring
• admonishing
• chiding
• reprehending
• reproving
• rebuking
• reprobating
• reprimanding
• reproaching
• castigating
• lambasting
• keelhauling

2

as in commemorating

to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony

a mixed family that celebrates both the Christian and Jewish religious holidays

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commemorating
• keeping
• observing
• blessing
• remembering
• honoring
• praising
• sanctifying
• lauding
• consecrating
• memorializing
• solemnizing
• feting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• violating
• breaking
• ignoring
• forgetting
• overlooking
• disregarding
• neglecting
• transgressing
• blowing off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of celebrating

Stylish couples on epic breaks, as well as families and groups of friends celebrating a big day. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

Dior is celebrating the holidays at Harrods with a pop-up shop that will showcase the first cruise collection designed for the brand by Jonathan Anderson. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026

Valentino is celebrating its third Diwali in India, while Bvlgari has launched its first global campaign, marked by an evening in Jaipur. — Sujata Assomull, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

At a Monday morning news conference celebrating their victory, federal officials said 17 others accused of similar crimes would be in custody very soon, for a grand total of 28, according to my colleagues Kevin Rector and Brittny Mejia. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

After yet another season of another team celebrating on their own field, reports say Aaron Boone will return for his 10th season as the team's manager. — Ryan Morik Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Evolution also has a key differentiator with its Cinematography Focus, a section celebrating the art, vision, and craft of cinematography. — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 20 Oct. 2026

Derbez, who recently concluded his popular Apple TV series Acapulco after four seasons, also shared his joy in celebrating all the nominees. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026

Curated by Javier Garcia Puerto, the program has been celebrating filmmakers who challenge cinematic conventions, bringing together emerging voices and established directors. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026