Christmassy

Decked with holly

Christmassy describes something that evokes the mood, appearance, or atmosphere of Christmas: The town square looks so Christmassy with all the lights and wreaths, Put on something Christmassy—carols or Bing Crosby.

The word is informal and often affectionate, suggesting cozy winter scenes, decorations, or holiday spirit rather than religious observance.

festive

caroling

Festive neighborhood singing

sleigh · Santa · elves · gingerbread · candy cane · mulled wine · feast · jingle bells · wassail · chestnuts

decorations

ornaments

Decorative embellishments for display

  • tinselMetallic decorative strips
  • garlandDecorative strand of foliage
  • wreathDecorative foliage circle

lights · baubles · ribbons · stockings · candles · holly · mistletoe · poinsettia · nutcracker · glitter

food

figgy pudding

Steamed fruit-studded holiday cake

mince pies · turkey · stuffing · cranberry sauce · yule log · fruitcake · panettone · stollen · eggnog · mulled wine

wintery

snowflakes

Frozen precipitation crystals

frosty · sleigh · snowman · woolens · scarf · mittens · frost · fireside · blankets · cocoa

religious

nativity

State of being born

frankincense · myrrh · gold · magi · shepherds · star of Bethlehem · midnight mass · epiphany · twelve days · angel

giving

presents

Items given freely

ribbons · gift tags · stocking stuffers · wish list · generosity · charity · donations · goodwill · sharing · regifting

Opposites
seasonal atmosphere

Christmassysummery

Characteristic of warm months

beachy · tropical · autumnal · springlike · midsummer

festive vs. ordinary mood

Christmassymundane

Commonplace, lacking excitement

ordinary · everyday · cheerless · workaday · unfestive

Phrases
Family

Christmas, Christmastide

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G