vestalia

vɛˈstɑːliə

Definitions

1. noun

An ancient Roman festival in honor of Vesta, the goddess of the hearth; a vestal festival, or a festival of the Vestals.

“The vestalia, a celebration in honor of the goddess Vesta, brought the Roman community together in a spectacular display of devotion and tradition.”

Synonyms

  • hearth festival
  • vestal festival

Antonyms

  • baccalaureate
  • secular celebration