chivaree

/tʃɪvəˈriː/

Definitions

1. noun

a noisy, good-natured, and often disorderly celebration, typically in honor of a recently married couple, a naval ship’s return, or a military victory

“The sailors organized a chivaree to celebrate the crew’s safe return home.”

Synonyms

  • celebration
  • festival
  • ovation

Antonyms

  • funeral
  • mourning