Definition

A woman who serves as a priestess or devoted follower of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and festivities.

Example

The bacchante danced joyfully at the festival, celebrating the arrival of spring.

Conversation

I just read an interesting article about a bacchante in ancient mythology.

Oh really? What did it say about her?

It described her as a priestess who celebrated the rituals of Bacchus.

That sounds fascinating! I love learning about mythology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bacchante → It is derived from 'Bacchus' (from Latin 'Bacchus', meaning the Roman god of wine) and the suffix '-ante' (meaning one who). A bacchante refers to a female follower or priestess of Bacchus, often associated with revelry and ecstatic celebration.

Memory Tip

Imagine a woman who is a devoted follower of Bacchus, the god of wine, celebrating joyfully — that's what a bacchante represents.

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