bacchant

/ˈbækənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A follower of Dionysus, especially in ancient Greece, characterized by wild and frenzied behavior

“The bacchant’s wild dance through the streets was a sight to behold.”

2. noun

A person who is given over to a wild or excessive passion, especially for something such as wine or sex

“The rock star’s bacchant lifestyle was well-documented in the press.”

Synonyms

  • dionysiate
  • maenad

Antonyms

  • moderator
  • temperer