mirth
/mə:θ/
Definition
- Noun:
- Great merriment; amusement expressed through laughter and joy: "Mirth" refers to a state or expression of high-spirited gaiety, cheerfulness, and amusement, often accompanied by laughter. It describes a feeling of lighthearted happiness and fun.
Usage
- "Mirth" is an uncountable noun. It describes a general atmosphere or feeling, not individual instances.
- It is a formal or literary word, often used to describe a deep, shared, or hearty sense of joy and laughter.
- It is commonly used in phrases like "with mirth" or "full of mirth."
Examples
- The sound of mirth echoed from the party downstairs.
- His jokes filled the room with mirth and good cheer.
- There was a twinkle of mirth in her eyes as she told the story.
Advanced Usage
- "To be convulsed with mirth": to be overcome with laughter.
- The audience was convulsed with mirth at the comedian's routine.
- "Mirthless" (adj): lacking real joy or amusement; grim or cynical.
- He gave a mirthless laugh when he heard the bad news.
Variants and Related Words
- Mirthful (adj): full of mirth; merry.
- The children's mirthful laughter was contagious.
- Merriment (n): a close synonym, meaning fun and enjoyment, especially expressed through laughter.
Synonyms
- Gaiety: a state of being lighthearted and cheerful.
- Jollity: lively and cheerful activity or celebration.
- Hilarity: extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.
Antonyms
- Gloom: a state of depression or despondency.
- Sorrow: a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment.
- Melancholy: a feeling of pensive sadness.
Idioms and Phrases
- "To dissolve into mirth": to start laughing uncontrollably.
- When he slipped on the banana peel, the entire class dissolved into mirth.
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