bayreuth

/baɪˈɹɔɪθ/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a town in northern Bavaria, southern Germany, famous for its annual festival of opera and music, particularly Wagner’s works

“The couple visited Bayreuth to attend the Wagner festival.”

2. noun

a type of German festival or celebration, especially one centered on music or opera

“The city hosted a Bayreuth festival, featuring performances of Mozart’s operas.”

Synonyms

  • Wagner festival
  • operatic festival

Antonyms

  • non-operatic celebration
  • secular festival