gaiety
/'geiəti/
Definition
Noun 1. A state or feeling of being cheerful, merry, and full of joy. It refers to a lighthearted and happy mood, often associated with celebration or festivity. 2. Lively and festive entertainment or activities. It can refer to the events or atmosphere themselves that are characterized by cheerfulness and fun.
Usage Examples
- The gaiety of the carnival was infectious, with music and laughter filling the streets.
- Despite the rain, they managed to maintain an air of gaiety throughout the picnic.
- The decorations added to the general gaiety of the wedding reception.
Advanced Usage
- "gaieties" (plural noun): Refers to specific festive events, parties, or entertainments.
- The summer gaieties in the seaside town include concerts and fireworks.
Variants and Related Words
- Gay (adj, archaic): Meaning lighthearted and carefree. (Note: This older meaning is now less common, with "gay" primarily referring to homosexuality. "Gaiety" retains the older meaning of cheerfulness.)
- Gaily (adv): In a cheerful or lively manner.
Synonyms
- Cheerfulness
- Merriment
- Jollity
- Mirth
- Festivity
Antonyms
- Gloom
- Misery
- Sadness
- Melancholy
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "air of gaiety": A pervasive feeling or atmosphere of cheerfulness.
- There was an air of gaiety as the guests arrived for the party.
Noun
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a festive merry feeling
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a gay feeling
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