celebrates

verb

1. 1

   To extol or honour in a solemn manner.

   “to celebrate the name of the Most High”

2. 2

   To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.

   “to celebrate a birthday”

3. 3

   To engage in joyful activity in appreciation of an event.

   “I was promoted today at work—let’s celebrate!”

4. 4

   To perform or participate in, as a sacrament or solemn rite; to perform with appropriate rites.

   “to celebrate a marriage”