concelebrate

/kɒnsɛlɪˈbreɪt, -ˌleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to perform a religious ceremony, especially the Eucharist, together with another or others, often as part of a joint celebration or an ecumenical service.

“The two priests were invited to concelebrate the wedding mass.”

2. verb

to share or participate in the celebration of a ceremony or event.

“The family decided to concelebrate their daughter’s birthday with a big party.”

3. noun

a shared or joint celebration of a ceremony or event, especially the Eucharist.

“The concelebration of the mass brought together priests from different denominations.”

Synonyms

  • join
  • participate
  • share

Antonyms

  • dissolve
  • separate