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Idiom idiom

party animal


A person known for frequent, enthusiastic attendance at parties, especially one whose partying behavior is exuberant or excessive.

Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.


SIMPLE

My brother is a real party animal.

CONTEXTUAL

Even though he has a big presentation tomorrow, the party animal in him could not resist going out tonight.

COMPLEX

Despite his reputation as a dedicated scholar, he revealed himself to be a true party animal once the final exams concluded.


Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    gay and hearty

    [Cockney slang]a party

  2. 02

    house cooling party

    A party to celebrate when a person decides to leave a house or flat, and sometimes to help prepare the space for the incoming residents.

  3. 03

    late to the party

    Late in taking an action or adopting an idea.

  4. 04

    let's get the party started

    Let's go; let's get this done; let's start more intense action.

  5. 05

    life and soul of the party

    Synonym of life of the party.

  6. 06

    life of the party

    A person who participates in entertainment events in a very enthusiastic manner and who has a leading role in inspiring others to join in the spirit of festivity.

  7. 07

    necktie party

    An execution by hanging, especially a lynching.

  8. 08

    no fun at parties

    boring or pedantic

Last updated August 10, 2026