gaiety

noun
UK: /ˈɡeɪəti/
US: /ˈɡeɪədi/

  1. The state of being cheerful and full of fun; a joyful and lively mood.

    1. Her gaiety was infectious at the party.
    2. The festive decorations added to the gaiety of the holiday season.

  2. Festive activity; celebrations or merrymaking.

    1. The town square was filled with gaiety.
    2. Despite the rain, the outdoor festival continued with undiminished gaiety.

Synonyms

merriment joy jollity festivity exuberance glee hilarity revelry mirth vivacity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "gaiety" in English means: The state of being cheerful and full of fun; a joyful and lively mood., Festive activity; celebrations or merrymaking..

The phonetic transcription of "gaiety" is /ˈɡeɪəti/ in British English and /ˈɡeɪədi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "gaiety": merriment, joy, jollity, festivity, exuberance, glee, hilarity, revelry, mirth, vivacity.

Example usage of "gaiety": "Her gaiety was infectious at the party.". More examples on the page.