Revel
(verb)
- To take great pleasure or delight in something.
- To take part in a lively and noisy party or celebration.
- To engage in unrestrained and often noisy merrymaking.
Origin:
From the old french "reveler" which means "to rebel" or "to take pleasure in".
Examples:
- The children reveled in the snow and had a great time building a snowman.
- The party-goers reveled until the early hours of the morning.
- The dancers reveled in the music and moved to the beat.
- The football fans reveled in their team's victory.
- The tourists reveled in the local culture and traditions.