revel (in)

verb

Definition of revel (in)next
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in winter-weary residents reveling in the warm spring weather

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revel (in)
  1. enjoy
  2. like
  3. love
  4. savor
Verb
  • Nutty and sweet coconut shrimp is a delightful way to enjoy shellfish.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Their homes were not like the large estates found in wealthier Colorado mountain towns, but smaller structures where their blue-collar families went to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
    — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoy
Verb
  • Russell likes to position the ponytail at the crown with the direction of the hair running parallel to the cheekbones.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Why people don’t like it Some residents are worried about how these sprawling energy farms will affect local soil, especially near farmland.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of like
Verb
  • But this is a book about people who love and care for each other.
    — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026
  • At this point, Priscilla has realized that Lucky is probably the only other person other than Priscilla that truly loved Cary.
    — Max Gao, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of love
Verb
  • Many guests come here—repeatedly—to savor chef Wojciech Popow’s creations.
    — Delilah Khomo, Vanity Fair, 8 Aug. 2026
  • August is National Sandwich Month, a time to savor its incredible diversity and cultural impact.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of savor
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“Revel (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revel%20%28in%29. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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