orgia

/ˈɔrdʒə/ OR /ˈɔrɡiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A grand festival or celebration, especially a lavish one; also, a state or region in ancient Greece.

“The city hosted a grand orgia to commemorate its founding.”

2. proper noun

An ancient region of Greece.

“The people of Orgia were skilled in the art of pottery.”

Synonyms

  • celebration
  • festival

Antonyms

  • bereavement
  • mourning