festive

 
Pronunciation: /ˈfɛstɪv/

adjective

  • relating to a festival, especially Christmas: the festive season is fast approaching
  • cheerful and jovially celebratory: the sombre atmosphere has given way to a festive mood

Derivatives

festively

adverb

festiveness

noun

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin festivus, from festum, (plural) festa 'feast'